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Lightning and Flash Storm Protection
Prevent Work Interruptions & Accidents with Corporate Lightning Solutions
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Lightning and sudden downpours that primarily occur during summer months are unpredictable weather risks that can threaten workplace safety within minutes. To minimize risks such as lightning strike accidents during outdoor work and work interruptions due to sudden heavy rainfall, it is essential to "quickly detect sudden changes, make judgments, and take action."
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Lightning strikes are caused by developed storm clouds and can cause significant damage to human bodies, equipment, and infrastructure. Sudden downpours bring extremely heavy rain in localized areas over short periods, creating multiple overlapping risks including flooding, water damage, and strong winds. When thunder is heard, you may already be within the danger zone. Early response is particularly required at the following types of sites: ・Outdoor construction sites and high-altitude work sites ・Factories, large commercial facilities, and leisure facilities ・Stadium outdoor event venues ・Agricultural/fishing work in natural environments ・Transportation infrastructure requiring outdoor operations such as airports, ports, and railways
Phenomenon
Lightning Strike
Sudden Downpour/ Thunderstorm
Strong Winds (around cumulonimbus clouds)
Main Impact
Power outages, fires, equipment damage, personal injury
Equipment flooding, slippery scaffolding, etc.
Temporary structure collapse, flying debris
Countermeasure Points
Work suspension decisions, thorough indoor evacuation
Early detection of signs, drainage system checks
Material securing, outdoor work suspension decisions
To minimize lightning damage, accurately detecting early signs and taking swift action is most important. Lightning cloud approach doesn't happen suddenly - it can be detected in advance through cumulonimbus development and sudden cold wind gusts. Monitoring these signs without missing them and detecting danger early is the first step in damage prevention.
After detecting signs, immediate appropriate action is essential. Swift decision-making and execution are required depending on the situation, such as stopping outdoor work and preparing for power outages.
However, relying solely on individual experience and judgment can lead to inconsistent responses and dangerous gaps in important measures. Therefore, establishing lightning countermeasure manuals within companies is extremely important. ● Weather condition judgment criteria ● Action procedures and evacuation rules ● Clear command structure and reporting systems ● Work resumption and recovery procedures By building a system where all employees can take unified responses, reliable lightning countermeasures can be achieved organization-wide.
While lightning is one of the unpredictable natural disasters, damage can be avoided with proper information and preparation.
In recent years, from a BCP (Business Continuity Planning) perspective, response capabilities to sudden weather risks have become increasingly important.
"Visualizing" lightning risks not only protects employee lives but also leads to stable business operations and maintaining social credibility.
We introduce challenges in lightning and sudden downpour countermeasures for various industries and usage examples of our services.
Weathernews for business
The corporate weather information service "Weathernews for business" enables you to check lightning strike risks for each business location including facilities, stores, and outdoor sites.
Alert Function
When lightning occurs around each location, you'll receive PUSH notifications and email alerts. The monitoring distance can be customized and set up to 3 levels.
Lightning Prediction
Using Weathernews' proprietary lightning prediction, you can check lightning danger levels for each location. Lightning prediction forecasts thundercloud movement every 10 minutes up to 2.5 hours ahead, so you can visually understand when thunderclouds will approach.
Lightning Alert Duration
You can check the duration requiring lightning vigilance for each location. Alert durations are displayed in 3 levels: "About 30 minutes alert," "About 1 hour alert," and "1+ hours alert."
Lightning Probability
You can check lightning danger levels slightly ahead with hourly lightning probability predictions up to 36 hours in advance. Lightning probability is displayed in "Caution," "Alert," and "Danger" ranks according to probability levels.
Achieve Stable Factory Operations
Prevent production line shutdowns by taking appropriate measures before power outages/interruptions
Support Decision-Making for Outdoor Work and Events
By understanding lightning risks in advance and implementing appropriate measures, prevent unexpected accidents and equipment damage.
Optimize Operational Efficiency
Optimize lightning countermeasure timing with pinpoint forecasts for each location, reducing excessive preparations and time losses.
Strengthen BCP
Operating disaster prevention manuals utilizing alerts and predictions leads to enhanced BCP measures.
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