This awesome show of nature also causes more deaths and destruction in a typical year than floods, hurricanes and tornadoes combined.
Lightning is the visible discharge of electrical energy.
It is important to note that a lightning protection system does not attract lightning. A lightning protection system should only be installed by a qualified contractor. State Farm does not evaluate the qualifications of contractors, but we can recommend the following agencies for assistance in making that determination. Lightning Protection Institute Underwriters Laboratories Inc. 3335 N. Arlington Heights Rd. To determine your risk of lightning damage, a quick risk evaluation can be done.