Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Whenever a major weather event threatens an area, portable generators are a hot commodity at nearby stores. But it's important to ...

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 ...

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 ...

The Beavercreek Township Fire Department shared these tips and reminders from the National Fire Protection Association. Some people may use portable generators when there are power outages, but it’s ...

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 ...

If you're keeping the lights on with a generator during the spring nor'easter, firefighters want you to be careful.According to Concord Fire Department Battalion Chief Tom Nault, simple safety ...

Storing a generator outside your home is convenient, but is it safe? Without the right protection, year-round exposure to rain, snow, and temperature swings can lead to corrosion, electrical damage, ...

As an ISO 9001 Certified entity, the organization has established a rigorous framework to maintain its position as a Global ...

Whenever a major weather event threatens an area, portable generators are a hot commodity at nearby stores. But it's important to know how to use them because misuse can be a deadly mistake. In 2020, ...

Power could be out for several more days for some areas of the county as crews work to restore electricity in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Beryl, leaving many people to turn to portable generators ...

Storing a generator outside all year is safe as long as you follow certain protocols. Use a level, well-drained surface plus a canopy, cover, or enclosure that blocks rain but still lets air flow.