The Lviv Regional Centre for Hydrometeorology has announced that a thunderstorm is expected in Lviv and the region tomorrow, 15 July. Forecasters also predict a thunderstorm with hail for today, 14 July.
Rules of conduct during a thunderstorm:
– close windows and doors at home; unplug all electrical appliances – they attract lightning, including the telephone – there is a risk of lightning striking while talking.
– When outdoors, do not hide under trees, as they attract lightning; there is also a danger of heavy branches falling, which can break in wind gusts and cause damage; avoid metal fences, billboards, power poles and, in any case, do not open an umbrella if you have it with you – metal rods attract discharges.