3 Ways to Prepare for a Thunderstorm in Cleveland Heights

8/3/2022 (Permalink)

If a strong thunderstorm is headed your way, preparations can be very cost effective as well as save you time in cleanup and repairs.

Preparing for a thunderstorm may seem unnecessary and almost like a hassle. However, if a strong thunderstorm is headed toward Cleveland Heights, preparations can be very cost effective as well as save you time in cleanup and repairs that are possible after a storm.

Below are three ways provided by Ready.gov to prepare for a storm:

• Know Your Risk - Know your area’s risk for thunderstorms. In most places they can occur year-round and at any hour.
• Make an Emergency Plan - Create an emergency plan so that you and your family know what to do, where to go and what you will need to protect yourselves from the effects of a thunderstorm.
• Strengthen Your Home - Cut down or trim trees that may be in danger of falling on your home. Consider buying surge protectors, lightning rods or a lightning protection system to protect your home, appliances and electronic devices.

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