Lightning Dangers

5/24/2018 (Permalink)

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Lightning can cause fire

What do you do when Lightning strikes? Do you hide or sit and watch the beauty? Whatever you do, make sure you keep an eye out for the dangers it can cause.

Facts about Lightning

• Lightning’s unpredictability increases the risk to individuals and property.
• Lightning often strikes outside of heavy rain and may occur as far as 10 miles away from any rainfall.
• “Heat lightning” is actually lightning from a thunderstorm too far away from thunder to be heard. However, the storm may be moving in your direction.
• Most lightning deaths and injuries occur when people are caught outdoors in the summer months during the afternoon and evening.
• Your chances of being struck by lightning are estimated to be 1 in 600,000 but could be reduced even further by following safety precautions.
• Lightning strike victims carry no electrical charge and should be attended to immediately.

If a Lightning should hit your property and you need restoration services due to Storm Damage, Call SERVPRO® of Southeast Grand Rapids at 616-977-9800 24/7 emergency services available.