Lightning Position (IMAGE) Elsevier Health Sciences Caption This is a strategy of last resort, as it is a difficult position to maintain for a long period of time. It should not be relied on as primary prevention but may reduce the risk of injury from an imminent lightning strike. Credit Chris Davis, MD Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.