Four important but easy steps to ensure the safe operation of your portable generator Pay close attention to safety guidelines when setting up a generator, especially if it's new or you haven't used ...

(CNN) — 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 ...

When the power goes out, generators come on, but they come with serious risks such as carbon monoxide poisoning, electrical issues and fire. When enough ice builds on power lines and trees, they can ...

Generators can be deadly if used improperly. Here is what you need to do to use a generator safely: Do NOT use the generator inside. They can cause carbon monoxide poisoning and also could start a ...

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Hurricane Debby is making landfall in Florida, and we see more and more strong storms this time of year. That has the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issuing warnings ...

HOUSTON — If you’re like hundreds of thousands of people around the Houston area, you’re having to deal without power after Thursday's storms. Generators can come in handy, but they can also be very ...

HOUSTON — As Tropical Storm Beryl continues to move north away from Houston, it leaves millions without power and restoration times still in question. Many in the area will turn to generators while ...

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 ...

(CNN) — 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. CNN — (CNN ...

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 ...