Male-to-male extension cords, sometimes called suicide or widowmaker cords, are dangerous extension cords that can kill or injure you. People sometimes use them during a power outage to feed ...

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

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

KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis talked with fire officials about her generator and the common mistakes people make with generators that could be deadly. You want to know what you’re buying, and the only ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Think about what you plan on using your generator for, as well as where you’ll be ...

Among other random weather events, the annual hurricane season—which runs through November—prompts many to rush out and buy portable generators, but you shouldn’t wait until disaster hits to acquire ...

NORFOLK, Va. — With stormy weather caused by Hurricane Ian's arrival expected on Friday, power outages are a possibility for many in Hampton Roads and northeastern North Carolina. With power outages ...

There are many reasons why you might want to own a generator. They make for great backup power sources during a blackout, they're useful for outdoor events, as well as for RV or other off-grid trips, ...

It's storm season and several have already passed through causing outages in Cincinnati and around the state. Portable power generators can be a handy solution during these outages. Generators are ...