A person who has been struck by lightning does not carry an electrical charge that can shock other people. If the victim is burned, provide first aid and call emergency medical assistance immediately.
Look for burns where lightning entered and exited the body. If the strike cause the victim's heart and breathing to stop, give cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR,) until medical professionals arrive and take over.
Remember to help your neighbors who may require special assistance--infants, elderly people, and people with disabilities.
Report Downed Utility Wires
Call ComEd to report outages or emergencies at 1-800-Edison-1.
Drive only if necessary. Debris and washed-out roads may make driving dangerous.