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 ...

Ideally, you don’t use your portable generator often. But you don’t want this key piece of emergency equipment to let you down when you need it. How can you make sure your generator is always ready to ...

TAMPA BAY, Fl (BLOOM) – Hurricane Milton has left many Floridians without power, and for many residents, this may be their first time using a generator. With a rapidly growing population and new ...

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 ...

In the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Helene, as more than 2.6 million homes and businesses across five states were without power, officials warned residents with generators to only use them ...

While the industry does its part with mandatory CO-shutoff technology, users are reminded to be aware of the risks behind misuse.

As Hurricane Milton crosses the state Thursday, widespread power outages are expected, and St. Johns County is no exception. The county can expect low hurricane-force or high tropical storm-force ...

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

When a power outage hits, getting left in the dark is just one of the concerns. An extended blackout is an inconvenience, but being without air conditioning, heating or necessary medical equipment is ...

Both provide electricity during an outage—the choice comes down to convenience, price, and power A portable generator (left) is much less expensive than a permanently installed whole-house model ...

TAMPA (BLOOM) – Hurricane Milton has left many Floridians without power, and for many residents, this may be their first time using a generator. With a rapidly growing population and new residents who ...