Why Storms Increase During the Summer | SERVPRO of South Atlanta

8/12/2021 (Permalink)

If storms cause damage to your home or business, SERVPRO of South Atlanta is ready to make things right again.

When you think of summer, you probably envision beautiful landscapes as the sun shines! You dream about that upcoming vacation with friends and family, but what most people don’t think about is stormy weather. Summer months in most places tend to get more rainy weather—the summer months are wetter than most. In Atlanta, there’s one thing we all know is a given, it’s HOT! When you combine that intense heat with moisture in the air (hello, humidity), it creates the perfect recipe for summer storms.

Stay Weather-Aware

Storms happen, and since they happen so often, it can be easy to overlook the fact that they can become serious. If you suspect that a storm is getting dangerous or is going to be dangerous, consider rearranging your plans.

While it’s a good idea to stay aware using weather apps or local news stations, it’s also a good idea to invest in an NOAA Weather radio. Even if your power goes out, a battery-operated weather radio can keep you in the know.

Flooding can be difficult to predict, but if a storm lingers for too long, it’s a big possibility that it can happen. Flooding not only can cause damage to homes or businesses but it can also create life threatening problems. If you think it’s going to flood, stay put until the weather has slacked off.

Dozens die every year from weather-related incidents, so you have to stay aware. Storms can become scary or deadly in a matter of minutes.

Other Tips for Storm Safety

If you see a flash of lightning, it’s imperative that you go indoors, and make sure kids are out of the pool. And even if lightning isn’t present, as long as you hear thunder, you should know that lightning is certain to follow. Lightning can cause death so you should make sure that even indoors, you stay away from windows and avoid baths or showers during these storms.

As we all know, stormy weather happens everywhere, so it’s smart to keep an emergency kit prepared for your family. Make sure to keep the kit in a safe and dry place, and ensure that the entire family knows where to find it.

If flooding occurs in your area, you should always stay on high ground and avoid flood waters at all cost. You should never attempt to cross through flooded roads, and you should avoid wading through moving water. It can easily knock you down or carry your car away.

*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, SERVPRO of South Atlanta is here to help and ready to make things right again.

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