'When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors' National Lightening Safety Awareness Week

There is a possibility of severe weather with thuderstorms and lightening on Tuesday, the third day of Lightening Safety Awareness Week, which runs from June 21 to June 27.

A warm front is expected in the region on Monday, which will bring a few showers and a possible thunderstorm on Tuesday morning, according to forecasters. There is the potential for severe thunderstorms on Tuesday afternoon as a cold front moves into the region, according to the National Weather Service.

There is no safe place outside when thunderstorms are in the area, according to federal weather officials. If you hear thunder, you are likely within striking distance of the storm. Just remember, When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors. Too many people wait far too long to get to a safe place when thunderstorms approach. Unfortunately, these delayed actions lead to many of the lightning deaths and injuries in the United States.

Tips on how to stay safe indoors and outdoors:

• Lightning Safety Outdoors
• Lightning Safety Indoors
• NOAA Lightning Safety Brochure
• What You Need to Know: Tips for Safety
• Lightning Safety and Recreational Activities
• Lightning Safety on the Job

Severe thunderstorms are possible on Tuesday in region, followed by sunshine on Wednesday.

Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly between 4pm and 5pm. Some storms could be severe, with large hail and damaging winds. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 84. South wind 7 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60 percent. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Tuesday Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 7 p.m. Mostly clear, with a low around 63. Southwest wind 7 to 11 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30 percent. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Check out the extended forecast for Danvers.

Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 79. West wind 5 to 8 mph.

Weather Information, Safety Tips and Graphic: National Weather Service