When the lights go out and the house falls silent, you are not thinking about code books or wiring diagrams. You just want power back, fast. That urgency is exactly when people make the most dangerous ...

Whoever invented generators should receive collective appreciation because these machines are a literal necessity in some countries where electricity breakdowns are common. For instance, several ...

The outage, affecting Mauriceville residents and businesses, began just before 8 a.m., according to Entergy's outage website.

A whole-house generator can keep your home comfortable and safe during power outages, but only when it is installed and used correctly. Because these systems run on fuel and connect directly to your ...

If your electricity goes out, a generator can keep power flowing to your home or business. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute, an international trade association representing manufacturers and ...

As today’s windstorm moves out of the region and winds begin to subside, Avista crews and staff are fully engaged in responding to widespread electric outages. “All available crews and resources are ...

Despite the latest storm system being less severe than last week’s, the ground and roads are already saturated. That means ...

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If you often lose power where you live, whether because of seasonal storms such as hurricanes or due to problems with the electrical grid, having a whole-house generator can be very convenient. It ...