A lot of people turn to space heaters and power generators when temperatures drop to record-breaking lows. The devices, while useful, come with risks, including carbon monoxide poisoning and fire ...

Based on federal safety guidelines, we outline four important but easy steps to ensure the safe operation of your portable generator Pay close attention to safety guidelines when setting up a ...

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 ...

Emergency equipment like portable generators are a helpful tool to have ready in case of an emergency event or power outage. However, they can be hazardous if not used correctly. According to the ...

SEATTLE — Whether it’s from a wildfire, thunderstorm or ice storm, massive power outages seem to be happening more often. So, it’s no surprise portable generators are popular items. And as Consumer ...

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The weekend winter storm is set to bring snow, sleet, freezing rain and the potential for widespread power outages across Central Virginia, but there’s another health risk ...

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 ...

Solar panels can only generate electricity; they can’t store it, so you must pair them with a stand-alone battery bank or a power station. For home emergency power (for a few hours of power), we ...

These editor-tested models are ideal for camping, tailgating, or powering tools when you’re too far from an outlet.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning residents affected by Hurricane Milton, particularly those who have lost power, that improper use of portable generators can be deadly. Carbon ...