Details are still up in the air, but forecasters feel certain we're facing a significant winter storm this weekend. How prepared do you need to be?

When the power goes out and a portable generator roars to life, the weak link in your setup is often not the machine, but the ...

When using generators in severe weather, safety is crucial to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, electrocution, and fire.

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Whether it's snow or ice, winter storms always carry the risk of power outages — and without access to heating, lights, and chargers, things can turn from inconvenient to downright dangerous in the ...

Buying a generator for your home has become a necessity these days, as it’s very tough to last even for a few hours without power. There’s always the possibility of a power outage, wherever you may be ...

After a hurricane, tornado, or other storm interrupts your electricity, powering up a generator can help you get your household back on its feet. Even just a small unit that restarts your fridge, runs ...

Whether you’re in an area that’s still getting hit by winter storms or you want to prepare for hurricane season, a portable generator is a great emergency tool worth investing in. An emergency ...

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 ...

Downed power lines will be one of many headaches facing Tacoma’s new public utilities director, writes columnist Bill Virgin. Over 1,000 outages have been reported across western Washington, leaving ...

Whether it's to prepare for an outdoor adventure or a desire to stay ready to tackle a power outages, a solar power generator is an appliance we believe everyone must own. And with the holiday season ...