Most thunderstorms are no big deal right? Wrong. Every thunderstorm no matter how big or how small carries with it some danger.
From lightning strikes to high winds and even tornadoes thunderstorms across the country cause property damage cost Americans
billions of dollars annually and even take lives.
Whats more theyre plentiful. About 16 million thunderstorms happen each year with around 1800 going on at any given time. Thats why its necessary to be prepared and this guide will help you do that.
Why Prepare for Thunderstorms?
Though thunderstorms are dangerous their power is often underestimated because theyre so common. Everyone experiences thunderstorms regularly and that makes it easy to forget their unpredictability. Violent storms can cause a variety of other dangerous events here are a few:
The number-one thing you can do to protect you your family and your belongings from the dangers of thunderstorms or any
natural disaster for that reason
is to be prepared. But what exactly does that mean?
Being prepared means having the knowledge and supplies necessary to stay safe and handle emergency situations to the best of your ability. It doesnt always mean youre going to be safe but it does improve your chances.
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