How to Prepare for Thunderstorms

3/21/2019 (Permalink)

When thunderstorms happen it also could possibly bring hazards like lightning, flash flooding, tornadoes, strong winds, and hail. Flash flooding is the deadliest thunderstorm-associated hazards. Here a few tips on how to stay safe when thunderstorms come around:

If you’re outdoors:

• Make sure to get inside a sturdy building. Don’t take shelter in small sheds or barns, under trees, or any automobiles that doesn’t have a hard top.
• If a sturdy building is unavailable:
  • Get inside an automobile with a hardtop and make sure all doors and windows are securely shut. Don’t touch any surface that could electrocute you.
  • Don’t attempt to drive to safety you can very easily get swept away in flood waters.
  • If you are in the woods, take shelter under small trees that are surrounded by taller trees or find a dry, low area.
  • If your city is prone to having a lot of flooding, move to higher ground.
• Stay out of water and avoid water at all possible and get out of small boats or canoes.
• Avoid metal objects, such as clothes lines, and fences lightening can strike anywhere.

If you’re indoors:

• Stay away from windows and doors, and stay off porches. Stay in the middle rooms of the building or home, and keep curtains and blinds closed.
• Avoid using corded phones use wireless cell phones instead if needed.
• Don’t use electrical equipment or appliances during a storm. Unplug all utilities during the storm and do not cut them back on until the storm is over.
• Avoid water at all costs, no showers, no baths, no washing your hands, or washing clothes.
• Bring all valuables outside inside the house or garage.
• Make sure to bring pets inside before the storm hits also.

We at SERVPRO of Corinth/Iuka understand that storms can be traumatizing and very overwhelming especially if damage is done. We are always here to help! So, if your house has flooding or any other damages call us today at (662) 287-7881.