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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Carbon monoxide from generators kill dozens of people in the U.S. each year. Here's how to use one safely. Most generator-related injuries and deaths involve CO poisoning from units used indoors or in ...

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

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 ...

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 ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Portable generators are useful for a lot of things, from providing power during camping trips to ...