Seek medical help if any of the following is true:
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The skin is burned, singed, or appears punctured.
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The victim acts dazed or confused.
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The victim was in contact with lightning, even if he or she appears normal.
Call
911 right away if the victim has
any of the following:
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A weak, irregular, or nonexistent pulse
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Is unconscious for any length of time
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Symptoms of shock like cool, clammy skin
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Trouble breathing or burns that involve the face
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Burns
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Reassure the person.
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Treat for shock or do rescue breathing or CPR, if needed.
If a car is trapped beneath a downed power line, don`t touch the car. Tell the occupants
to stay in the car. The rubber wheels offer protection from the current only to the
people inside the car.