Be Prepared for Thunderstorms

Thunderstorms are forecast for Thursday, Friday and Saturday of this week, so make sure you are ready.

• Remove dead or rotting trees and branches that could fall and cause injury or damage during a severe thunderstorm.
• Postpone outdoor activities.
• Secure outdoor objects that could blow away or cause damage.
• Remember, rubber-soled shoes and rubber tires provide NO protection from lightning. However, the steel frame of a hard-topped vehicle provides increased protection if you are not touching metal.
• Shutter windows and secure outside doors. If shutters are not available, close window blinds, shades or curtains.
• Unplug appliances, televisions, computers and air conditioners. Power surges from lightning can cause serious damage.

For more information on Thunderstorm Safety, visit the Thunderstorms page of the Philadelphia Office of Emergency Management's website.