Storm Safety

6/28/2019 (Permalink)

When it comes to thunderstorms, especially those with a large amount of lightning, things can easily become dangerous. That is why the CDC offers some great tips on how to exercise proper safety during storms. If it begins to storm, try to postpone your trip or activity and head indoors to an enclosed shelter. They also highlight the 30-30 rule which means that after you see lightning, start counting to 30. If you hear thunder before you reach 30, go indoors. Suspend activities for at least 30 minutes after the last clap of thunder. Even being indoors still has some safety risks during violent thunderstorms. One of the main things to remember is to stay away from concrete floors and walls. Lightning has the ability to travel through any metal wires or bars in concrete floors or walls that can result in serious injury. Exercise storm safety at all times!