"When using a generator, make sure you have carbon monoxide detectors in place. The ones that are wired into your home or the ...

Generators are for outdoor use only and are to be kept away from any physical structures. The National Weather Service suggests keeping a generator a minimum of 20 feet away from entrances, including ...

Refuel only after turning off the generator and allowing it to cool for at least 15 minutes. Gasoline spilled on hot engine parts can ignite instantly. Store your fuel in away from living spaces and ...

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

DEQUINCY, La. (KPLC) - Understanding how to properly use a generator can help keep you and your family safe. To many, generators are an essential to have for emergencies but generators have also been ...

You felt lucky when you scored a generator. And it worked well, didn’t it? You plugged in a couple of extension cords, kept the refrigerator humming and got to watch TV. Unless you are knowledgeable ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — We're in for a snowy stretch, West Michigan. The lake-effect snow that began falling Friday morning is expected to continue through the weekend and into at least Monday. Also on ...

Fire and carbon monoxide are the biggest safety issues if generators are misused or not installed properly. Electrocution is ...

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - With hurricane season just two days away, Darren Bell was checking the condition of his generator on Friday. Bell is the service manager at Natal’s Air Conditioning. “We can’t ...

If you plan to use a generator due to loss of power from Hurricane Milton, keep these best practices in mind: Location Place the generator outdoors, at least 15 feet away from any openings to the home ...