Here's how to avoid the "invisible killer" and safely use a portable generator if the power goes out in the winter storm.

Lake-effect snow has descended once again and is expected to continue over the weekend. If you lose power, you may turn to a ...

Portable generators can keep critical devices and appliances powered during an outage. Our top picks include solar, gas, and ...

A lot of people turn to space heaters and power generators when temperatures drop to record-breaking lows. The devices, while useful, come with risks, including carbon monoxide poisoning and fire ...

TAMPA (BLOOM) – Hurricane Milton has left many Floridians without power, and for many residents, this may be their first time using a generator. With a rapidly growing population and new residents who ...

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Power outages happen. Whether it’s a summer storm knocking out electricity for your whole neighborhood or a winter ice storm leaving you freezing in the dark, a portable generator can be a lifesaver.

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 ...

These are the best portable generators from Consumer Reports' tests, including top-scoring recreational and inverter ...

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