Learn how to prepare your home and safely connect a backup generator for power during outages from extreme weather or utility ...

Being without power can be a minor inconvenience, a major disruption or even a life-threatening emergency. One of the best and easiest ways to keep the lights on as well as the fridge, air ...

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 ...

Solar panels can only generate electricity; they can’t store it, so you must pair them with a stand-alone battery bank or a power station. For home emergency power (for a few hours of power), we ...

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 ...

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 ...

Blackouts happen, and generators can make them a lot less awful. But what kind of generator do you need, and how powerful does it have to be? Here’s how to tell.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." No one likes to be in the dark during a storm. Those who live in cities may not experience frequent power ...

When using generators in severe weather, safety is crucial to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, electrocution, and fire. Here are important tips to keep in mind.

When the power goes out or off-grid adventure calls, two modern solutions allow you to continue accessing electrical power: portable generators and power stations. These devices both provide mobile ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." The power just went out—again. As you dig around for candles and wonder whether your laptop is fully ...