WASHINGTON — When severe weather hits, it can sometimes disrupt or damage vital infrastructure, such as the power grid or water supply. That's when many people often turn to generators to restore ...

"Keep the generator dry. Operate on a dry surface under an open canopy or tent if necessary. Dry your hands before touching ...

Generators must be kept at least 20 feet away from your home and never operated in enclosed spaces like basements, garages or crawl spaces. They need 3 to 4 feet of clear space above and on all sides ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — When severe weather hits it often times will cause damage to vital infrastructure such as the power grid or water supply. Often times, people turn to generators to restore power ...

Every generator and power station has two numbers listed on it: starting watts (sometimes called surge or peak watts) and running watts. Both refer to how much power a generator can deliver, whether ...

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There’s no point having backup power if it isn’t ready to go when you need it.