I have noticed the last two storms, made my phone ring once, and the smoke alarms, went off. The latest storm had this occurrence, happening twice.
Is this a sign that lightning is hitting close to my house?
I'm pretty sure the original owner had nothing installed, to protect it from storms. Is this a sign I should get lightning rods and surge protection?
Thank GOD that all appliances worked after the storms.
Please advise.
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I just want to do the right thing! Uncle Joe, (my hero).