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 ...

The best practice is to plug appliances and electronics directly into the generator. If you must use an extension cord, make ...

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 ...

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

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?

Rash of fires sparks concerns ...