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Strike Back with Severe Weather Tips for Lightning Safety Awareness WeekMr. Electric®, Residential & Commercial Electricians Share Four Ways to Prepare for Storm Season WACO, Texas, June 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mr. Electric®, a Neighborly® company, a leading electrical installation and repair franchise, is shedding light on the importance of different practices and advice to ensure electrical home safety to kick off Lightning Safety Awareness Week, June 19-25, 2022. According to The National Weather Service, about 25 million cloud-to-ground lightning strikes occur in the United States each year, and can strike up to 25 miles away from its parent thunderstorm. In addition to this, journalist Nadine El-Bawab reports on behalf of The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration that the forecast for hurricane season in the Atlantic is up to 21 named storms this year. With severity increasing, it's imperative for homeowners to be fully prepared. "Our main goal during this week is not only to spread awareness, but to emphasize how important preventative measures are," said Joel Worthington, president of Mr. Electric. "Lightning safety can often get overlooked, which can often be detrimental. We encourage people to make a personal plan for their family and home before a disaster strikes." Mr. Electric offers these tips during Lightning Safety Awareness Week:
Minor electrical damage can lead to bigger issues. An electrical safety inspection of a home after a severe weather event can help catch any unseen issues. Contact your local Mr. Electric with any electrical safety needs and concerns. About Mr. Electric: Mr. Electric®, a Neighborly® company, is a leading electrical installation and repair company known for its consistent, superior service in the United States and Canada. Mr. Electric® franchise owners provide electrical services to residential and commercial customers at more than 200 locations worldwide. Established in 1994, Mr. Electric® is part of Neighborly®, the world's largest home services franchisor of 29 brands and 5,000 franchises collectively serving 10 million+ customers in nine countries, focused on repairing, maintaining and enhancing homes and businesses, united under one platform serving 10 million+ customers in nine countries. Neighborly® brands are found at Neighborly.com and through the Neighborly App. For more information about Mr. Electric®, visit MrElectric.com. To learn about franchising opportunities with Neighborly®, click here. View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/strike-back-with-severe-weather-tips-for-lightning-safety-awareness-week-301570687.html SOURCE Mr. Electric |