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    Top sport where people killed by lightning the most

    By Paul Kiska,

    1 day ago

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    *Above video: NWS: Top 12 activities that lead to lightning deaths*

    CLEVELAND (WJW) — When it comes to specific outdoor sports, the NWS has a list of those sports with the most lightning fatalities.

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    The NWS recently released a different list about general outdoor activities that have the most lightning deaths, which include roofing, being at the beach, and more.

    But what about sports?

    The NWS, used national statistics to compile its list.

    Soccer is at the top.

    You can see the full list below.

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    Above image is courtesy of the NWS

    The NWS Cleveland urges that if see lightning, or even if you don’t, but hear thunder, “leave the field immediately.”

    The NWS advises, “When thunder roars, go indoors.”

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