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 ...

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 ...

ATLANTA — Severe weather swept through metro Atlanta and north Georgia on Sunday evening, bringing gusts that felled trees and knocked out power. For those that own a portable generator, it was time ...

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 ...

As Louisiana residents prepare for freezing temperatures, the State Fire Marshal’s Office is encouraging all residents to keep safety in mind when utilizing portable generators. The following ...

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Severe storms have caused massive power outages in NWLA, prompting many to fire up generators and put themselves at risk if proper steps are not taken as a precaution.

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 ...

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 ...