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Old 07-27-2014, 08:58 AM
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Originally Posted by 2BNTV View Post
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.

Until you can get the surge protection installed, just unplug as many appliances as you can when there is lightning in the area. This includes unplugging all cables and telephone lines.