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What To Do When Lightning Strikes

7/1/2024 (Permalink)

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Lightning can strike at any time when a storm is in action, and although most people know to go inside to avoid being struck by lightning, it’s also important to know what to do in the event that your home or business is struck along with best practices that can help to reduce damages when this happens.

Damage Prevention

Here are some tips to help you prevent damages to your home or business during a severe weather event that includes lightning:

  • Unplug electronics (especially valuable ones) to avoid damages from a power surge
  • Stay off of electronics that are still plugged in 
  • Avoid running water to minimize the chance of getting electrocuted if you are touching or standing near water as electricity can travel through water
  • Do not stand on concrete floors or touch any walls that are concrete as electricity can move through metal wiring inside of them

Steps To Take If Lightning Does Strike The Building

In the event that lightning does strike your home or business, follow these steps:

  • Make sure everyone is okay, if there are any injuries dial 911 to get medical assistance
  • Look for signs of a fire such as smoke, charred outlets, or heat from the attic. If there are signs that a fire could be present, follow the steps included in our blog “What To Do When Fire Erupts” 
  • Check for damages that could cause a dangerous situation such as a hole in the roof or exposed wires
  • Check for other damages such as fried wiring, shorted appliances, downed power lines, etc.

If your home or business experiences damage due to lightning, don’t hesitate to call the experts at SERVPRO® of Denton. Our team is available 24/7 to assess the damage and provide the necessary restoration services to get your property back to its preloss condition “Like it never even happened.”

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