During the fall and winter, windstorms can knock out power for thousands of people in the Puget Sound area for hours and ...

Generators are for outdoor use only and are to be kept away from any physical structures. The National Weather Service suggests keeping a generator a minimum of 20 feet away from entrances, including ...

DEQUINCY, La. (KPLC) - Understanding how to properly use a generator can help keep you and your family safe. To many, generators are an essential to have for emergencies but generators have also been ...

FLORIDA, USA — With Hurricane Ian expected to hit Tampa Bay as soon as Wednesday evening, power outages are a possibility for many in the area. With power outages comes an increase in people using ...

Some generators operate on unleaded gasoline. Others use diesel fuel. Five gallons of gas will power a 5,600-watt generator for about eight hours. One gallon of gas will power a 3,000-watt generator ...

In the event of an extended power outage, particularly following hurricanes and other severe weather, having a generator at home can be a huge advantage. But if used improperly, the devices can ...

You felt lucky when you scored a generator. And it worked well, didn’t it? You plugged in a couple of extension cords, kept the refrigerator humming and got to watch TV. Unless you are knowledgeable ...

Portable generators vary from being an essential item to a convenience that’s just nice to have. But there’s one thing all generators have in common, they can be a safety risk. The Centers for Disease ...

Maine (WABI) - Those without power using backup power need to do so safely. That includes everyone running generators to help heat your homes. When used properly, portable and standby generators are a ...

More than 2 million people have been left without electricity in Florida after Ian, tied for the fifth-strongest hurricane on record to strike the United States, swept through the state. Many people ...