Place your hands on your knees with your head between them. If lightning occurs and sturdy shelter is not available, get inside a hard top automobile and keep the windows up. Get out of boats and away from water. Stay away from telephone lines and metal pipes, which can conduct electricity. Turn off air conditioners.
Power surges from lightning can overload the compressors.
Unplug appliances not necessary for obtaining weather information. Use the telephone only for emergencies. Severe Thunderstorm Warning a severe thunderstorm has been spotted and is going to move through your county soon. Develop a family plan for survival and property protection. If your residence is in a potential flood or storm surge zone, be prepared to evacuate when officials recommend it.