During the fall and winter, windstorms can knock out power for thousands of people in the Puget Sound area for hours and sometimes days. Do you know how to use a generator? According to the Red Cross, ...

Hurricane season is back, and wind, rain and flooding aren't the only things to be concerned about. Often overlooked is a major hidden danger that lurks when you are boarded up indoors: generators. As ...

As winter storms track across the central and eastern United States, more than 40 million people are under a severe storm threat — with at least thousands of them having lost power. “When a storm hits ...

There’s a winter storm headed our way on Friday, which could bring below-freezing temperatures, cold wind chills and possible power outages. You may need to use a generator if the power goes out, but ...

Preparing for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season means more than just stocking up on supplies, it also means being ready for potential power outages. For many, that includes relying on a generator to ...

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 ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Pacific hurricane season got a running start with Hurricane Agatha. Now, remnants of Agatha could reform, kicking off the Atlantic hurricane season. Chances are better for ...

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 ...

Based on federal safety guidelines, we outline four important but easy steps to ensure the safe operation of your portable generator Pay close attention to safety guidelines when setting up a ...

It's tempting to power your whole house and recharge electronics with a generator during an emergency, but that can put you ...

Hurricane Ian slammed Florida this week and caused severe damage to the area that could take months to repair. This has caused some areas to see power outages and as crews scramble to fix the issues, ...