What are the Dangers Associated with Thunderstorms? | SERVPRO of South Atlanta

10/18/2021 (Permalink)

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Thunderstorms are an extremely common weather occurrence, with about 100,000 happening in the United States every year. As anyone who has lived in Atlanta can attest to, thunderstorms can happen with some regularity, especially in the warmer months of the year where conditions are ripe for them to form. However, the fact that thunderstorms are common does not mean they are not dangerous. 

While most thunderstorms are fairly mild, severe storms can happen suddenly and cause a variety of safety concerns for anyone in their path. That is why it is so important to be aware of the dangers that are associated with thunderstorms so that you can be better prepared the next time one is in the forecast.

Why Are Thunderstorms Such a Dangerous Thing?

| Lightning Strikes are a Serious Hazard | Any time there is a thunderstorm present, there will be lightning involved—in fact, lightning is actually what causes thunder in the first place. This is part of the reason why lightning strikes are fairly common, and they can be quite dangerous. Lightning strikes cause Americans over 300 injuries every year, and in many cases, the damage they do can be deadly. Additionally, lightning can cause serious property damage such as fallen trees and household fires.

| Flash Floods are Often Deadly | Flash flooding can occur any time there are heavy rains, and they are often unpredictable. Overwhelmed storm drainage systems, rising bodies of water or poorly designed roads are often causes of flash flooding, which can put anyone near the area in harm’s way. It is vital to never walk or drive through a flooded area, as only a few inches of water can cause major dangers.

| Wind Damage Can Be Deadly | While tornadoes are an obvious danger, even severe storms without rotational activity can produce winds that are over 58 miles per hour. This can lead to flying debris and serious property damage, such as downed branches and even trees falling on the home. Before any large storm, be sure to secure any patio furniture or other objects that could become a projectile in a storm.

*If your Atlanta home has suffered storm damage during a recent storm, SERVPRO of South Atlanta can help. Get in touch with SERVPRO of South Atlanta today by calling (404) 505-1760 or visit www.SERVPROsouthatlanta.com for more information about our restoration services. We are your locally owned storm restoration franchise that has the backing of over a network of over 1,700 SERVPRO franchises. SERVPRO of South Atlanta can make your storm damage “Like it never even happened.”