When the lights go out, you probably have a mental picture of a “safe spot” for your portable generator: tucked just outside ...

With potential hurricanes and summer storms on the horizon, many homeowners are purchasing portable generators to keep their lights on when the power is out. During a power outage, portable generators ...

Local and state agencies are providing tips on how to safely operate generators during and after a storm. As residents prepare for Tropical Storm Ida, the State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFM) is ...

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hurricane season is here, bringing with it increased use of portable generators. While portable generators are life-saving emergency safety tools, their incorrect use can ...

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 storms strike, and the power goes out -- perhaps for an extended period -- many will rely on generators to keep the electricity flowing in their homes. But generators can be dangerous if safety ...

When ice build ups on power lines and trees, they come down and the power often goes out. Generators can help get essential electricity flowing again. Before you crank one up, you should know they can ...

When the lights go out, a portable generator can feel like a lifeline, but if you rush the startup, you can end up staring at ...

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The recent wind/rain storm left nearly half of Midland without power, but the loud hum of generators throughout many neighborhoods brought at least a little relief to some homeowners. Midland’s Ace ...