Torrential rains and thunderous storms hit the Mid-Ural area
Heads Up, Sverdlovsk! Thunderstorm Warnings Ahead!
Hey there, folks! Listen up! The weather gods are tossing a tempest our way, and it's gonna be a thunderous one starting from June 19 in the Sverdlovsk region. But fret not, follow these tips from the cool cats at EMERCOM, and you'll be just fine!
Riding Out the Storm like a Pro
So here's the deal: When the thunder roars, head indoors and stay there! That's right, no picnics, beach parties, or strolls in the park. Instead, hightail it to a solid building or a sturdy vehicle.
But wait, there's more! If you find yourself caught out in the wild, steer clear of trees, telephone poles, and other tall objects that could draw lightning like a midnight moth to a flame.
What Not to Do when Thundering
First off, forget about using your gadgets! Leave the phones, computers, and other electronic goodies stashed away. And remember, super-sensitive stuff like TVs, stereos, or gaming consoles? Disconnect 'em from the power source before the storm hits to save 'em from a power surge.
Now, cover your ears, this one's important: Stay away from water! No showers, no baths, and don't even touch the old tap water. Electrical current can sneak through plumbing and give you a nasty surprise.
Next, avoid windows, doors, and porches like the plague! Lightning's got a way of causing some serious shattering, and that's not something you wanna guess-timate while trying to watch the storm roll in.
As for metal? Forget it! Leave that golf club or toolbox in the garage. Metal can conduct electricity like nobody's business, and you don't wanna be a human circuit breaker, am I right?
outdoor tips for weathering the storm
If you've just stepped outside and don't have a roof overhead, it's time to exercise those ol' survival instincts. First off, avoid open fields and hilltops. Instead, hunch down and try to minimize your contact with the ground. Enemies of the storm, like water bodies and metal fences, should be carefully avoided.
But what if there's no shelter around? All is not lost, pal! Keep your distance from water bodies and metal fences, and avoid open fields and hilltops. Instead, crouch down, keeping your feet together and minimizing your contact with the ground.
securing the scene
Before the storm, it's a good idea to bring in or secure any outdoor items that could get tossed around in the wind. Garden gnomes, patio furniture, trash cans? They might be harmless, but in a storm, they could be a potential projectile.
stay informed and prepared
The best way to stay safe is to be informed! Tune in to your favorite radio or TV station, or keep an eye on official mobile alerts issued by EMERCOM and your local authorities to stay updated on the storm's progress.
So there ya have it, folks! With these tips and a dash of common sense, you can make it through the thunderstorm in the Sverdlovsk region without a hitch. Stay safe, stay informed, and remember: when Mother Nature gets wild, be a weatherman and ride out the storm!
- Be sure to heed the warning and seek shelter indoors when thunderstorms hit the environmental-science realm of Sverdlovsk, as the advice from EMERCOM suggests that staying inside a sturdy building or vehicle is safer than being outdoors.
- As the weather compels us to maintain a weather watch in the Sverdlovsk region, remember to avoid activities like picnics or strolls during the storm to stay safe, and keep a good distance from tall objects, open fields, water bodies, metal fences, and windows.
