Mid-Summer Safety: Fire Protection Tips During Florida’s Stormiest Season

AtoZ Fire • July 17, 2025

July in Florida means blistering heat, sudden thunderstorms, and the very real threat of hurricanes. It’s a season where safety can’t be an afterthought — whether you're protecting your business, your team, or your property.


At A to Z Fire, we’ve seen how summer weather brings unique fire safety risks. Here’s what to watch for as we hit the heart of hurricane season:


⚡ Lightning Strikes = Fire Risks

Florida is the lightning capital of the U.S., with thousands of strikes happening each day during summer storms. These can cause:


  • Electrical fires from damaged wiring
  • Roof fires when lightning hits trees or structures
  • Power surges that knock out emergency systems

Tip: Have your alarm panel and fire suppression systems checked regularly. Even minor storm damage can lead to major failures.


💡 Power Outages & Emergency Lighting

With storms come outages — and the last thing you want is to be caught in the dark. Businesses are required to have operational emergency and exit lighting, especially in assembly spaces, office buildings, and restaurants.


Common issues we see:


• Batteries not holding charge


• Lights not tested regularly


• Improper installations


If your system isn’t maintained, you could fail an inspection — or worse, endanger lives during an emergency.


☀️ Heat Safety & Equipment Checks

Excessive heat doesn’t just affect people — it wears down fire safety equipment, too. We recommend:


  • Checking extinguisher pressure and seals
  • Keeping extinguishers out of direct sunlight when possible
  • Inspecting emergency lighting and batteries for heat damage

Heatstroke is also a concern for workers on rooftops or outdoors. Train your team to recognize signs of heat stress and ensure all safety systems are functioning in case of an emergency.


🔥 This Month’s Special: Emergency & Exit Lighting

We want to help you stay ahead of summer hazards. That’s why we’re offering:


➡️ Up to 20% OFF Emergency & Exit Light Sales and Services

📅 For New Customers – Throughout July Only


Whether you need a full inspection, repairs, or want to upgrade your system to be storm-ready, we’ve got you covered. Walk-ins welcome or call to schedule service. Most jobs can be completed same day or next day!


📍 Visit our Largo or Tampa location

📞 Or give us a call to get storm-season ready fast


Let A to Z Fire help you stay prepared, code compliant, and safe—no matter what Florida throws your way.

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