Lightning Protection: Michigan
For a 35 year period, Michigan reported 814 lightning related damage claims, which put them in the top 10 in the US for that time period.
Just like any other state, Michigan is becoming more proactive when it comes to lightning rods. With the cost of building going up and more electronics being installed in buildings, people are installing more and more lightning rods to protect their lives and property.
KLP, Kuefler Lightning Protection, is a distributor of lightning protection systems and grounding equipment, offering a full line of UL Listed Lightning Protection System Materials that meet the lightning protection standards of UL96A, NFPA-780 and LPI-175, etc. We offer Direct Sales. Give us a call today at 800 370 5886 to see how we can assist you in the design, installation, maintenance, and inspection of your system.
Also see How to stay safe during lightning storms
Lightning FACT!
A tree hit by a lightning strike can explode. This happens because the enormous heat generate by the lightning strike vaporizes the sap of a tree and produces steam which then escapes by exploding the tree trunk.