Lightning Safety: 10 Household Electronics to Unplug During a Thunderstorm

and reduce risk.

One of the most important items to unplug is your television. TVs are often connected to both power outlets and cable or satellite lines, making them especially vulnerable to surges that can travel through multiple paths.

Desktop computers and laptops (when plugged in) should also be disconnected. A power surge can fry internal components,continue reading …