--- title: "Lightning Safety | Qyvea" url: https://qyvea.co.ke/lightning-safety-at-home-and-outdoors-kenya description: "Stay indoors, stay away from windows and trees, unplug sensitive devices and know when it is safe to go out: simple lightning safety for Kenyan households. Live prices, free Nairobi delivery over KES 5,000 and 7-day returns." updated: 2026-10-17 --- > Markdown copy of https://qyvea.co.ke/lightning-safety-at-home-and-outdoors-kenya for AI assistants. Prices and stock change; check the live page. 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Most safety plans fail on the night they are needed, because nobody practised them. Read on: it takes a few minutes and could save you a lot more than that. **In this guide you will see:** - Indoors, away from windows and trees. - Unplug sensitive electronics. - Surge protection and earthing. Quick answer Shelter indoors during thunderstorms and avoid sheltering under trees or near exposed windows. Avoid wet phones and corded devices, unplug TVs, routers and computers if a strike is likely, and use surge protection and good earthing. Wait about half an hour after the last thunder before going outdoors. [Photo: Alan J. 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Free site survey in Nairobi and nearby counties. Real products, live prices, in stock now ## Key takeaways - Indoors, away from windows and trees. - Unplug sensitive electronics. - Surge protection and earthing. - Wait about 30 minutes after the last thunder. ## What to look for before you buy - Move indoors at the first thunder - Stay away from windows, doors and metal fixtures - Unplug TVs, routers and computers if a strike is likely - Use surge protectors and good earthing - Do not shelter under trees or carry metal tools - Wait about 30 minutes after the last thunder ## Where these figures come from Figures are indicative and change often; confirm with a written quote. Sources checked October 2026: [Kenya Met: OND 2026 seasonal forecast](https://meteo.go.ke/documents/4790/OND_2026__Seasonal_Forecast.pdf); [Capital FM: 80% of Kenya faces above-average rains](https://capitalfm.africa/80pc-of-kenya-faces-above-average-rains-prolonged-wet-spells/); [Kenyans.co.ke: uncertain start to short rains](https://www.kenyans.co.ke/news/126934-weather-expert-warns-uncertain-start-october-short-rains-despite-el-nino). ## Best prices in stock today Prices update live from the Qyvea store. Tap any product to see full specs, stock and delivery options, or [ask us on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/254113301244) for a recommendation. ## Why buy from Qyvea ### Why Kenyans buy from Qyvea - **Genuine branded products** sold with the manufacturer's warranty (typically 6–24 months, varies by product) - **7-day returns and exchanges**; damaged or wrong item? Report it within 48 hours for a free replacement or full refund - **Pay with M-Pesa, bank transfer or card**; refunds go back the same way - **Free delivery in Nairobi** on orders over KES 5,000, and delivery across Kenya - **Delivered to your door**, dispatched once payment is confirmed, rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews ([bought from us? leave a review](https://g.page/r/CY2LNNqrlgV5EBM/review)) - **Talk to a person** on WhatsApp [0113 301 244](https://wa.me/254113301244), usually within 30 minutes Full details: [return & refund policy](https://qyvea.co.ke/return-policy). ## Frequently asked questions Does a surge protector stop a direct strike? No. It reduces many surges, but unplug in severe storms. Is it safe to use a phone indoors? Cordless and mobile phones are generally fine; avoid corded devices in storms. ## Why customers choose Qyvea **Genuine brands**: Manufacturer warranty on what we sell, so you are not gambling on the box. **One team, start to finish**: The people who advise you also install and support it. **Fast answers**: WhatsApp replies usually within 30 minutes, and delivery within 24 hours in Nairobi. **Easy to buy**: Pay by M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000. **Risk taken off you**: 7-day returns and exchanges on products, and a workmanship warranty on installations. **Customers say so**: Rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews. **Your next step takes one minute:** send us a photo of the place on WhatsApp and we will tell you what it needs. ## Related articles [Shopping Guides · Guide How Do I Protect My TV, Fridge and Router From Lightning and Surges? 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