ThunderstormsIntroductionAccording to Harding (2011), thunderstorms are dangerous and have the ability to produce severe irregular movements within the air area, low level wind shear, low ceiling and visibility , hail and lightning. Thunderstorms and convection develop on the basis of three fundamental atmospheric conditions; warm moist air, a steep vertical temperature gradient where cooler air overtakes moist air, and an updraft that causes water vapor to turn into water droplets that cause clouds to grow even larger (Keller & DeVechhio, 2010). Hazards The formation of thunderstorms is mainly associated with unstable atmospheric conditions. It is always evident by lightning followed by thunder (booming sound). Lightning is a sudden giant spark with electrical discharge; the electric discharge in the air heats up and expands enormously, causing thunder; thriving shock wave. Lightning poses the main threat because it could kill humans and increase the risk of property damage because it is difficult to predict and according to the National Disaster Education (nd) that lightning killed 75 to 100 people every year in the United States. supported by the fact that it kills more people than tornadoes every year. It is hardly predicted because it travels at the speed of light, much faster than sound. Thunder can be heard later than lightning strikes. Another thunderstorm hazard is rain, rain can fall hard and lead to flash flooding, it is also one of the deadliest hazards because it happens without warning and is essentially unpredictable and often occurs overnight (U.S. Department of Commerce, 1994 ).A severe thunderstorm also produces small hail......middle of paper......to the ground (Center for Food Safety and Public Health, 2011).After the StormOnce the Storm is finished, scan the area to locate any power lines that may fall to the ground. Any falling power lines could cause damage to people and it is advisable to immediately notify the electricity office. It is much safer to stay away from the storm-damaged area as much as possible to minimize the risk of injury. Conclusion In conclusion, every storm is dangerous as it presents several vulnerable threats to living beings and properties. Threats could come from lightning, flash floods, strong winds and hail which cause damage to properties but also cause harm to living things such as humans, animals and vegetation. However, there are many ways to minimize risks if we have a preparedness and safety checklist before, after and during the storm