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

A major winter storm is heading our way this weekend and a lot of people are thinking about getting a generator. Here's what ...

When the power cuts out and the house goes dark, it is tempting to drag a portable generator closer, crack a window, and ...

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?

When using generators in severe weather, safety is crucial to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, electrocution, and fire.

Lake-effect snow has descended once again and is expected to continue over the weekend. If you lose power, you may turn to a generator. Here's some safety tips.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Portable generators are useful for a lot of things, from providing power during camping trips to ...