Georgia Lightning Awareness Week: June 19-25, 2011
Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at 04:17PM 
Lightning is one of the leading causes of weather deaths in the United States. From 1995 to 2010, lightning caused 26 deaths in Georgia. Most lightning deaths occur in the summer months - usually in the afternoon and evening hours. Also, most deaths occur when people are caught outside during a storm.
Lightning results from the buildup and release of electrical energy between positive and negative charges between the earth and a thunderstorm. A single lightning bolt can be as hot as 50,000 degrees Fahrenheit - hotter even than the surface of the sun. This rapid heating and cooling of the air creates a shock wave which we hear as thunder. Lightning will usually strike the highest object in area. This includes trees, antennas, a boat on a lake, or a person standing in a field.
So, what should you do to protect yourself?
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VACATION CHECKLIST: Things To Do Before You Leave
Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at 03:43PM 
It's summertime and that means vacations for most families. Unfortunately, your vacation buzz can be lost too quickly when you get home and realize that you forgot to take care of a few essentials. Your vacation should be an enjoyable and relaxing time, so before you head out here are a few things to be sure to check off your list so that you can come back to your home in the safe condition you left it.
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Hold mail and newspapers.
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Pay bills that will be due while gone.
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Make arrangements for a neighbor or friend to have a key to your house or apartment - or at least know where one is. Give them a number where you can be reached.
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Hold mail and newspapers.
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Hurricane Season Predictions 2011
Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at 02:59PM 
Have you prepared an emergency plan for your family in case a natural disaster strikes your area. It's a fact that weather related disasters are on an increase in this country and throughout the world. The following is the current forecast for the upcoming hurricane season.
Weather forecasting teams are predicting an active hurricane season for 2011, calling for an above-average number of storms to form in the Atlantic Hurricane Basin.
Earth Networks’ WeatherBug meteorology team foresees a lower number of expected hurricanes in comparison to 2010, but its numbers are still trending above what is considered to be a normal tropical storm season.
Specifically, Earth Networks expects a total of 13-14 named storms to form, with 7-8 becoming hurricanes. Of those, it expects four will become strong enough to be classified at “intense” storms—Category 3 or higher on the Saffir-Simpson scale.
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Tuesday, May 3, 2011 at 08:34AM 
One of my most vivid memories of childhood involves being at my grandmother’s house during the summer. My cousins and I would play outside as long as we could until we either got called inside or someone got hurt. The day of play finally arrived when I would be the one that ended play time due to my unfortunate run in with a gang of yellow jackets. After being attacked, I ran inside screaming for my mom like I had lost a limb. My grandma used the wisdom that had come from being the mother of 10 children and told my mom to get the salt shaker. She shook salt into her hand, added water to it and applied the mixture to my sting. The effect was immediate. My pain was relieved and it wasn’t long before I was able to go outside again and play.
Should I buy Earthquake Insurance?
Tuesday, April 12, 2011 at 10:33AM 
This following information is from United Policyholders:Be Flood Ready This Spring!
Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at 03:43PM 
Here are some basic steps to take to prepare for spring rains:
- Contact the local county geologist or county planning department to find out if your business is located in a flash-flood-prone area or landslide-prone area.
- Learn about your community's emergency plans, warning signals, evacuation routes, and locations of emergency shelters.
- Plan and practice a flood evacuation route with your employees. Post emergency phone numbers at every phone.
Mold, Moisture, and Your Home
Thursday, February 24, 2011 at 03:32PM 
- When water leaks or spills occur indoors - ACT QUICKLY. If wet or damp materials or areas are dried 24-48 hours after a leak or spill happens, in most cases mold will not grow.
- Clean and repair roof gutters regularly.
Prepare For Flood Season
Thursday, February 24, 2011 at 03:01PM 
Educate Yourself
After getting flood insurance, there are several things you can do to minimize losses in your home and ensure your family's safety.
1. Safeguard your possessions.
Create a personal "flood file" containing information about all your possessions and keep it in a secure place, such as a safe deposit box or waterproof container. This file should have:
- A copy of your insurance policies with your agent's contact information.
Be Prepared for Hailstorms
Monday, January 24, 2011 at 03:44PM
- Listen to weather updates about hail activity.
- Seek shelter immediately if you are caught outdoors - preferably not under a tree.
- Close drapes, blinds or window shades for protection
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Monday, January 24, 2011 at 02:32PM Remove dead or rotting trees and branches that could fall and cause injury or damage during a severe thunderstorm.
If thunder roars, go indoors" because no place outside is safe when lightning is in the area. We want everyone to stay indoors until 30 minutes have passed after they hear the last clap of thunder.
Summary of Lightning Safety Tips for Inside the Home
- Avoid contact with corded phone.
- Avoid contact with electrical equipment or cords. If you plan to unplug any electronic equipment, do so well before the storm arrives.
- Avoid contact with plumbing. Do not wash your hands, do not take a shower, do not wash dishes, and do not do laundry.
