Four important but easy steps to ensure the safe operation of your portable generator Pay close attention to safety guidelines when setting up a generator, especially if it's new or you haven't used ...

As parts of Houston head into their third day without power, it's important to revisit best practices for the gas-powered generators that thousands of household are relying on. Risks of misusing ...

Being without power can be a minor inconvenience, a major disruption or even a life-threatening emergency. One of the best and easiest ways to keep the lights on as well as the fridge, air ...

This includes inside a garage, carport, basement, crawlspace, or other enclosed or partially-enclosed area, even with ventilation. Opening doors and windows or using fans will not prevent CO buildup ...

(CNN) — As winter storms track across the central and eastern United States, more than 40 million people are under a severe storm threat — with at least thousands of them having lost power. “When a ...

In the event of an extended power outage, particularly following hurricanes and other severe weather, having a generator at home can be a huge advantage. But if used improperly, the devices can ...

Carbon monoxide is known as the “invisible killer” due to being an odorless and colorless poisonous gas. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, more than 900 people died between 2005 and ...

SHREVEPORT, La. -- November is Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month, and to bolster the message of protecting yourself from CO dangers a new safety campaign is being launched. The public service ...

A gas generator offers reliable power whenever and wherever you need it. This can be in the event of a power outage in your home, while on a camping adventure, or somewhere in the great outdoors like ...

The power just went out—again. As you dig around for candles and wonder whether your laptop is fully charged, you think, “I’m finally going to get a generator.” Portable generators are standalone ...