TAMPA, Fla. (BLOOM) – As hurricane season approaches, safety experts are reminding residents that generators can be lifesavers during power outages, but only when used correctly. The Outdoor Power ...

LAFAYETTE PARISH — As hurricane season looms, Louisiana homeowners are thinking of ways to secure backup power. But experts are sounding the alarm: improperly installed generators can turn lifesaving ...

Portable generators are useful for a lot of things, from providing power during camping trips to delivering power to job sites to backing up critical circuits in your home during an emergency. They’re ...

BEAUMONT, Texas — As power outages continue across Southeast Texas, emergency officials are urging residents to use portable generators safely to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. When using a ...

Don’t ever do that.” Consumer Reports issues warning about aging backup generators: 'It's easy to overlook the basic safety ...

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 ...

Always follow manufacturer instructions when setting up a generator. Never use a generator inside your home or garage. Only use a generator outside in a well-ventilated area. Place your generator at ...

MANDEVILLE, La. (WGNO) — When there is an emergency, generators can be lifesavers, however, they can also be deadly, whether during hurricane season or just a normal power outage. Robert Guy with Guys ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — A generator is a must for many around West Michigan, especially during the cold winter months as ice and snow threaten power lines. Here are some safety tips to protect ...

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