CMCE Customer Highlight: Panama City, Florida, Municipalities

Panama City, Florida, is a vibrant coastal community located in the heart of the Florida Panhandle. Known for its beautiful waterfront, rich history, and thriving tourism industry, the city is also no stranger to severe weather. With its location along the Gulf Coast, Panama City frequently experiences intense thunderstorms, high winds, and a significant number of lightning strikes each year. To protect vital infrastructure and ensure the safety of residents and city personnel, the City of Panama City has implemented an advanced lightning protection solution across multiple municipal properties using CMCE Lightning Suppression technology. 

Protecting Essential Municipal Facilities 

Recognizing the critical need for reliable lightning protection, Panama City has installed CMCE Lightning Suppressors on key municipal buildings and facilities. These protected properties include City Hall, the St. Andrew’s Marina, a water tower, two wastewater treatment plants, as well as the city's police and fire departments. These facilities play an essential role in maintaining public services, and any disruption caused by lightning strikes could result in costly damages, service outages, and safety concerns for the community. 

How CMCE Lightning Suppression Works 

By installing CMCE Lightning Suppressors, the City of Panama City has taken a proactive approach to lightning protection. Unlike conventional lightning rods that attract and attempt to direct lightning strikes to the ground, the CMCE prevents lightning strike formation within the device’s coverage area. This innovative solution provides extensive coverage and eliminates the risk of lightning-induced damage to structures, sensitive electronics, and critical operational systems. 

A Commitment to Public Safety and Resilience 

The decision to implement CMCE technology across multiple city-owned properties underscores Panama City's commitment to resilience and public safety. With the Gulf Coast region experiencing some of the highest lightning densities in the country, municipalities must adopt the most effective protective measures available. The CMCE Lightning Suppressor has proven to be a valuable asset in safeguarding essential city infrastructure, ensuring continuous operations, and eliminating costly repairs and downtime. 

Leading the Way in Lightning Protection 

Panama City's investment in CMCE Lightning Suppression highlights their dedication to innovative solutions that enhance the safety and reliability of public services. As more municipalities seek to mitigate the risks posed by severe weather, Panama City's approach serves as a strong example of how advanced lightning protection technology can deliver lasting benefits for communities facing frequent and intense storm activity. 

Choose Innovation You Can Trust 

Are you interested in protecting your property from lightning strikes with CMCE Lightning Suppression? Contact our team today at cmcesales@capitolelectronics.com or call (888) 318-2333 to request a quote. 

Once we gather information about your property and protection goals, we generate a quote for you at no cost and deliver it in a timely manner. Our quotes include accurate pricing and a custom design plan that outlines the best placement for the CMCE device installation based on your property’s layout. We also provide a visual representation of the device’s coverage area, ensuring you understand the extent of protection offered.