Lightning Safety Information for Grosse Pointe Shores?

7/12/2021 (Permalink)

We restore storm damage in Macomb County.

Storm Damage Happens

Do you know what to do when a thunderstorm threatens? Storms and severe weather can happen at any time of the year in Macomb county, and SERVPRO^® of St. Clair Shores responds to storm damage emergencies 24-hours a day in Grosse Pointe Shores. When we arrive, we will immediately tarp up and board up any areas of the structure that are exposed to the elements to minimize further exposure. We will also conduct an inspection and provide an assessment of the damage. Here are some interesting facts about thunderstorms and lightning safety from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA):

Thunderstorms

• Affect relatively small areas when compared with most other storms
• The typical thunderstorm is 15 miles in diameter and lasts for 30 minutes
• All thunderstorms are dangerous
• Severe thunderstorms produce large hail or winds of at least 58 miles-per-hour
• Some wind gusts can exceed 100 miles per hour and produce tornado-like damage
• Many communities will sound their outdoor sirens for very damaging straight-line winds
• When a severe thunderstorm threatens, stay inside a strong structure
• Mobile home occupants should go to a more permanent structure

Call Us Today!

When your home or commercial business needs storm restoration services, SERVPRO^® of St. Clair Shores has a team of highly trained technicians on-call and ready to respond 24-hours a day. Call us today at 586-741-5050. We’ll restore your storm damage in Grosse Pointe Shores, “Like it never even happened.”

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