When the power cuts out and the house goes dark, it is tempting to drag a portable generator closer, crack a window, and assume a little exhaust will drift harmlessly away. In reality, that habit can ...

(NAPSI)­—It’s good to have a home generator on hand when the power goes out, but it’s best to use it with safety in mind. For ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Portable generators are useful for a lot of things, from providing power during camping trips to ...

Anytime there’s a major winter storm, there are reports of homeowners being seriously injured or even losing their lives when they use their gas generator improperly. In fact, backup power generators ...

Consumers Energy is warning of wind gusts between 50 and 70 mph on Sunday and Monday.

Weather is unpredictable. Strong winds or storms can wreak havoc on power lines, resulting in outages that may last hours or even days. People have come to rely on electricity, not only for comfort ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. As many on Cape Cod continue into Wednesday without power, officials are warning people to be careful when operating generators.

COLUMBIA, S.C. — As South Carolina prepares for freezing weather and potential power outages, many may be looking at using generators to make sure power remains available. But that can come with risks ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? When using generators, many people overlook or are confused by bonding and grounding.