Extreme cold is hitting, here's how to safely hook up a generator to your house before you lose power.

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

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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?

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In the event of a disaster or severe storm, many people choose to own a generator to help keep things running during an extended power outage. However, as helpful as generators may be in these ...