24/7 Emergency ServiceDid you know this about lightning?
9/11/2019 (Permalink)
When lightning strikes, call SERVPRO!
Did you know this about lightning?
With summer transitioning to fall, its time say goodbye to the beach and hello to colorful leaves and stormy weather. To prepare yourself, take a look at these fun facts about thunder and lightning!
1.) Lightning creates heat hotter than the sun
2.) While you may have heard the saying “Lightning never strikes the same place twice”, turns out that isn’t really true! In reality, lightning actually can strike the same place twice, or even more than twice! It can also strike multiple places at once!
3.) According to author Alex Daniel at bestlifeonline.com, The state of Florida gets more lightning than any other state, and Venezuela experiences more lightning than anywhere else on earth!
4.) Thunder cannot exist without lightning!
5.) 90% of victims who are struck by lightning survive
6.) Lightning can cause severe home damage such as fires or leaky roofs. If this happens to you, call SERVPRO! Our restoration cleanup experts will make it "Like it never even happened." We are always willing and eager to help!
About SERVPRO of NE Grand Rapids
SERVPRO of NE Grand Rapids specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a storm damage, fire, and smoke or water damage event. Our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration. From initial and ongoing training at SERVPRO’s corporate training facility to regular IICRC-industry certification, rest assured our staff is equipped with the knowledge to restore your property.