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Be Prepared for Thunder Storms and Lightning

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Thunderstorms are common and can be dangerous. They can bring intense wind,
flash flooding, hail, and dangerous lightning.

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Thunderstorms are dangerous storms that include lightning and powerful (50+ mph) winds. They can create lightning and hail as well as flooding and tornadoes.

 

If you are under a thunderstorm warning, find safe shelter right away:

  • When thunder roars, go indoors

  • Pay attention to alerts and warnings

  • Move from outdoors into a building or car

  • Unplug appliances

  • Do not use landline phones

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When a thunderstorm threatens: 

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  • Prepare Now

    • Know your area's risk of thunderstorms

    • Sign up for your community's warning system(s)

    • Identify sturdy buildings close

    • Cut down or trim trees

    • Consider buying surge protectors

    • Secure outside furniture

  • Surviving During

    • When thunder roars, go indoors

    • Pay attention to weather reports and warnings

    • If indoors, avoid running water or using landline phones

    • Protect your property by unplugging electrical devices and appliances

    • If boating or swimming get to land and find a sturdy, grounded shelter or vehicle immediately

    • If necessary, take shelter in a car with a metal top and sides

    • Avoid flooded roadways, Turn Around, Don't Drown

  • Be Safe After

    • Listen to authorities and weather forecasts for information on whether it is safe to go outside

    • Watch for fallen power lines and trees

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