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 ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — When severe weather hits it often times will cause damage to vital infrastructure such as the power grid or water supply. Often times, people turn to generators to restore power ...

Carbon Monoxide is the number one hazard in portable generators, but the danger is easy to avoid.

A storm is raging outdoors, but you and your family are safely tucked away in your cozy home ... that is, until the power goes out. You don't ...

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 ...

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.

When a power outage hits, getting left in the dark is just one of the concerns. An extended blackout is an inconvenience, but being without air conditioning, heating or necessary medical equipment is ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — We're in for a snowy stretch, West Michigan. The lake-effect snow that began falling Friday morning is expected to continue through the weekend and into at least Monday. Also on ...

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 ...

Portable generators are useful in an outage or emergency. However, some everyday appliances will suffer damage or stop ...

When you shop for a home generator, you are usually reacting to the memory of a blackout, not calmly running numbers. That is ...