{"id":15508,"date":"2021-04-23T02:05:06","date_gmt":"2021-04-23T02:05:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/?p=15508"},"modified":"2025-08-26T15:16:42","modified_gmt":"2025-08-26T20:16:42","slug":"how-to-handle-inclement-weather-at-the-lake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/lifestyles\/how-to-handle-inclement-weather-at-the-lake","title":{"rendered":"How to Handle Inclement Weather at the Lake"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/pexels-frank-cone-140140-2373858-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27252\" style=\"width:564px;height:711px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/pexels-frank-cone-140140-2373858-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/pexels-frank-cone-140140-2373858-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/pexels-frank-cone-140140-2373858-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/pexels-frank-cone-140140-2373858-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/pexels-frank-cone-140140-2373858-640x360.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/pexels-frank-cone-140140-2373858.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/lightning-hitting-land-2373858\/\">Frank Cone<\/a> via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/\">Pexels<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In part due to&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/nca2014.globalchange.gov\/highlights\/report-findings\/extreme-weather#:~:text=Changes%20in%20extreme%20weather%20and,some%20of%20these%20extreme%20events.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">climate change<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, extreme weather is increasing across the world. As a result, heavier rains and high winds directly affect freshwater systems. Since we spend a lot of time outdoors at the lake, it\u2019s crucial to know what to do when encountering these extreme conditions. To make it easier, we compiled a few basic rules to help you stay safe in inclement weather at the lake.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-thunder-and-lightning\">Thunder and Lightning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1024px-Catatumbo_Lightning_141677107.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27254\" style=\"width:558px;height:412px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1024px-Catatumbo_Lightning_141677107.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1024px-Catatumbo_Lightning_141677107-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1024px-Catatumbo_Lightning_141677107-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Catatumbo_Lightning_(141677107).jpeg\">Fernando Flores<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/3.0\">CC BY-SA 3.0<\/a>, via Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">According to the&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/nceh\/features\/lightning-safety\/index.html#:~:text=Suspend%20activities%20for%20at%20least,from%20concrete%20floors%20or%20walls.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">CDC<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, the optimal rule for this type of inclement weather is: \u201cWhen thunder roars, go indoors!\u201d It\u2019s no wonder why. Where thunder is, lightning is not far behind, which is dangerous or even fatal. To protect yourself from thunder and lightning at the lake, keep the 30-30 rule in mind. If you see lightning, count to 30. If you hear thunder before reaching 30, go indoors and do not go back outside until 30 minutes after the last sound of thunder.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Also, keep in mind that lightning is essentially a giant electrical blast in the sky. As such, it can travel through metal and electronic devices, and it\u2019s best to avoid these materials during a storm. This also includes avoiding water since lightning can travel through plumbing.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-high-winds\">High Winds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2048px-High_winds_Cause_Coconut_Leaves_Bending_-_Howrah_20220516_170849-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27255\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.5052631578947369;width:572px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2048px-High_winds_Cause_Coconut_Leaves_Bending_-_Howrah_20220516_170849-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2048px-High_winds_Cause_Coconut_Leaves_Bending_-_Howrah_20220516_170849-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2048px-High_winds_Cause_Coconut_Leaves_Bending_-_Howrah_20220516_170849-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2048px-High_winds_Cause_Coconut_Leaves_Bending_-_Howrah_20220516_170849-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2048px-High_winds_Cause_Coconut_Leaves_Bending_-_Howrah_20220516_170849-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2048px-High_winds_Cause_Coconut_Leaves_Bending_-_Howrah_20220516_170849.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:High_winds_Cause_Coconut_Leaves_Bending_-_Howrah_20220516_170849.jpg\">Biswarup Ganguly<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/3.0\">CC BY 3.0<\/a>, via Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">According to&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/weather.com\/sports-recreation\/weather-ventures\/news\/boating-safety-tips-pt2-20120523\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The Weather Channel<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, high winds are the biggest threat to boaters in lake areas. These winds create choppy waves that can easily overturn a boat or fill it with water. This can be especially detrimental if improper&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/articles-and-news\/staying-afloat-life-jacket-classifications-101\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">flotation devices<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;are used. Be sure to check the weather ahead of time and avoid going out on the lake in high winds. If you do end up there, according to&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatus.org\/study-guide\/planning\/weather\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Boatus,<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> \u201chead into the waves at a slight angle, and reduce your speed. This will help you maintain control and avoid falling off of a wave or having a wave break over your stern.\u201d Also, avoid large areas of open water as winds are likely to be stronger there. If you\u2019re caught outside on the land, a good rule of thumb is to seek shelter next to a building.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tornadoes\">Tornadoes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/espen-bierud-W43gm6TD118-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15524\" style=\"width:568px;height:378px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/espen-bierud-W43gm6TD118-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/espen-bierud-W43gm6TD118-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/espen-bierud-W43gm6TD118-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/espen-bierud-W43gm6TD118-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/espen-bierud-W43gm6TD118-unsplash-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo courtesy of  <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@espenbi?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Espen Bierud<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/s\/photos\/tornado?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If your lake house is located in the southeast or midwest, chances are, you\u2019re no stranger to tornadoes. These regions most commonly experience tornadoes, especially during the late spring and early summer. A common myth about tornadoes is that they cannot cross lakes or other bodies of water. However, this is simply false. Tornadoes can cross bodies of water, and they can also form on bodies of water &#8212; a phenomenon known as a \u201c<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/oceanservice.noaa.gov\/facts\/waterspout.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">waterspout<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.\u201d Tornadoes can also change directions at any time, so anticipating their specific route will not ensure safety. Seek shelter immediately during a tornado in an interior room on the lowest floor of your building.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-hurricanes\">Hurricanes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"980\" height=\"722\" src=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Hurricane-Huron-satellite-image-September-1996.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15525\" style=\"width:570px;height:420px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Hurricane-Huron-satellite-image-September-1996.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Hurricane-Huron-satellite-image-September-1996-300x221.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Hurricane-Huron-satellite-image-September-1996-768x566.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 980px) 100vw, 980px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/wbckfm.com\/hurricane-huron-1996\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Open Water Chicago via WBCKFM.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Typically, we think of hurricanes as a form of inclement weather that only affects beach houses. However, hurricanes can still be an issue if you live on a lake in a coastal region. For example, in 1996,&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/wbckfm.com\/hurricane-huron-1996\/#:~:text=Open%20Water%20Chicago)-,Yes%2C%20A%20'Hurricane'%20Once%20Formed%20On%20The%20Great%20Lakes,It%20Was%20An%20Epic%20Storm&amp;text=Coastal%20states%20are%20always%20prepared,bodies%20of%20water%20they%20border.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">a dangerous hurricane hit the Great Lakes region<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. Although this is the only time a Category I hurricane has impacted the Great Lakes, it\u2019s not entirely out of the question. If you find yourself facing a hurricane, be sure to avoid low-lying, flood-prone areas and instead seek higher ground. And of course, staying away from windows is critical due to the threat of glass breaking.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-snow-and-hail\">Snow and Hail<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/hail-storm-wnep-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15526\" style=\"width:568px;height:319px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/hail-storm-wnep-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/hail-storm-wnep-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/hail-storm-wnep-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/hail-storm-wnep-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/hail-storm-wnep-640x360.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/hail-storm-wnep.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wnep.com\/article\/news\/local\/wyoming-county\/lake-winola-residents-shocked-by-baseball-sized-hail\/523-5a4af664-e0a0-4460-91a7-6d286736b4de\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WNEP.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Although many forms of inclement weather take place in the spring and summer, there are certain conditions to watch out for during the winter months. To protect you and your lake home from the damage of snow, you can prepare your house by\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/articles-and-news\/how-to-prepare-the-pipes-at-your-lake-home-for-winter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">securing your pipes for the winter<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0and owning a snow shovel and other tools. However, one often overlooked form of inclement weather is a hailstorm. They form when raindrops are carried upwards by thunderstorm drafts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">According to the\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nssl.noaa.gov\/education\/svrwx101\/hail\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">NOAA<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, hailstorms outnumber thunderstorms in the U.S. with a 5 to 1 ratio. At a lake house, the best thing to do is take cover. Another important thing to remember is that if you have a garage, use it! Vehicle damage is very common with hailstorms, as these heavy balls of ice can easily break through glass. For the same reason, stay away from windows in your lake house.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">From us at Lake Homes Realty, stay safe out there!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thunder and Lightning High Winds Tornadoes Hurricanes Snow and Hail<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":27,"featured_media":15521,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[16384,12055,12053,17654],"tags":[178,16928,16926,16927,16925,6575,63,179,1211,62,13736,743,808],"class_list":["post-15508","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-healthy-living","category-lake-activities","category-lifestyle","category-outdoor-living","tag-boat-safety","tag-hail","tag-high-winds","tag-hurricanes","tag-inclement-weather","tag-lake-home-safety","tag-lake-living","tag-lake-safety","tag-lighting","tag-safety","tag-snow","tag-tornadoes","tag-water-safety"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.3 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>How to Handle Inclement Weather at the Lake<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"When facing inclement weather at the lake, it\u2019s important to know what to do. 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