Be Mindful of Summer Storms | SERVPRO of Bartow County

8/24/2021 (Permalink)

If storms cause damage to your home or business, SERVPRO of Bartow County is on the line, ready to make things right.

Summer is here, and with it comes many things that we love and one we don’t! Vacations, pool parties, days full of sunshine…and summer storms. If it feels like there are more storms in the summertime, you’re right! Conditions are perfect for afternoon thunderstorms since all you need are moisture and warm air. In Bartow County, we can expect high temperatures in August and precipitation a few inches above normal.

Be Storm-Aware

Now that we know storms are more prevalent in summer, it doesn’t mean you get to take them lightly. Always listen and heed storm warnings broadcast by local weather experts. If necessary, consider cancelling outdoor events. Consider getting an NOAA Weather radio that you can use in the event of a power outage.

The possibility of flooding exists with every storm, and many times it’s hard to predict the amount of rain a storm will generate. It’s best to stay off the roads during storms. High winds can break tree branches, so keep limbs trimmed and dead limbs removed before a storm hits. Move garbage cans indoors along with outside items like lawn furniture that could be turned into a projectile during high winds.

Too many people die every year in storm-related weather. Caution is the best policy, and taking storms for granted could be a serious mistake.

Understand Safety Precautions

It goes without saying, but let’s say it anyway: Don’t go outside when lightning is near. Wait at least 30 minutes from the last thunderclap to venture back outside. Lightning has been known to strike 10 miles away from a storm!

• Avoid bathing and showering, and stay away from windows during a storm.
• Make sure you have an emergency kit prepared, and know your evacuation routes in advance.
• If you’re caught in a flood, try to get to high ground. Avoid flood waters if possible and don’t drive through standing or rushing water.
• Fast-moving flood waters can easily knock a person off his or her feet, and in many instances, they can move vehicles! Flood waters conceal hidden road damage from view, increasing the risk and danger level.

*There are any number of dangers that can come into play in a thunderstorm, and it’s always best to be cautious and put things on hold until storms safely pass. If storms cause damage to your home or business, contact SERVPRO of Bartow County, ready to make things right again.