Summer Storms Can Be Intense | SERVPRO® of North East Charlotte County

1/28/2022 (Permalink)

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

Summer is here, and it brings with it many of the things we love. Vacations that have been postponed have been taken, high temperatures are encouraging us to go to the pool or lake, and the days are long and full of sunshine. At least, most of the time!

If you think we experience more storms in the summer, you would be right. Conditions in Charlotte are ripe for summertime storms since all you need is a little moisture and warm air.

In Charlotte, the summers are hot and muggy and the winters are cold and wet. We have our share of severe weather in the form of tornadoes and thunderstorms.

Be Aware During the Summer Storm Season

Though storms happen with more frequency in the summer, it doesn’t mean you need to take them less seriously. Always pay attention to storm alerts, and consider postponing or canceling outdoor activities when storms are forecasted.

Local weather forecasts are more accurate than national forecasts, in general. Consider purchasing an NOAA Weather radio to receive updates in case of a power outage.

Plan on staying home and off the roads if flooding is a possibility.

High winds can break tree limbs and send outdoor furniture flying. Consider removing dead branches and trimming low-hanging branches close to your home as a precaution. Store outdoor furniture indoors or secure it in a safe place outside.

People die every year in storm-related incidents. Caution is the rule of the day.

Be Storm-Safe

Lightning is another hazard associated with summertime storms. Stay inside during lightning and wait for 30 minutes to pass without hearing thunder before going outside. Lightning has been known to strike up to 10 miles away from a rain storms.

Consider unplugging sensitive electronics, and never shower or bath during a thunderstorm.

Have an emergency kit prepared, and know the evacuation route for your area.

Stay at home during floods. However, if you are already out and flooding occurs, stay on high ground and avoid flood waters if possible. Attempting to walk or drive through flood waters is extremely dangerous and should be avoided at all costs.

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 is on the line, ready to make things right again.