Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Whenever a major weather event threatens an area, portable generators are a hot commodity at nearby stores. But it's important to ...

Generators used for remote power, or for help powering an office trailer or small building, are too often afterthoughts when it comes to safety. They’re small, they’re always on hand, and easy to ...

When the lights go out, you probably have a mental picture of a “safe spot” for your portable generator: tucked just outside the garage, under the deck, or beside a cracked-open window. It feels close ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Winter weather can cause power outages, but using a generator can be dangerous if not done properly. As ...

In the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Helene, as more than 2.6 million homes and businesses across five states were without power, officials warned residents with generators to only use them ...

The Beavercreek Township Fire Department shared these tips and reminders from the National Fire Protection Association. Some people may use portable generators when there are power outages, but it’s ...

NACOGDOCHES, Texas (KTRE) - Power outages across East Texas have left many in a tough spot. With thousands of outages still being reported, some people are relying on generators for electricity.

Storing a generator outside your home is convenient, but is it safe? Without the right protection, year-round exposure to rain, snow, and temperature swings can lead to corrosion, electrical damage, ...

If you're keeping the lights on with a generator during the spring nor'easter, firefighters want you to be careful.According to Concord Fire Department Battalion Chief Tom Nault, simple safety ...

Whenever a major weather event threatens an area, portable generators are a hot commodity at nearby stores. But it's important to know how to use them because misuse can be a deadly mistake. In 2020, ...

Storing a generator outside all year is safe as long as you follow certain protocols. Use a level, well-drained surface plus a canopy, cover, or enclosure that blocks rain but still lets air flow.