Always run your generator at least 20 to 25 feet from the house. If you can’t get it that far away, make sure you aren’t near ...

IT’S GOING TO SLOW US DOWN AND KEEP US FROM PUTTING WATER ON THE FIRE. NOW, PETER, LET’S SWITCH GEARS AND TALK A LITTLE BIT ABOUT ELECTRICAL FIRES WHEN IT COMES TO SPACE HEATERS, GENERATORS, YOU KNOW, ...

As Louisiana residents prepare for freezing temperatures, the State Fire Marshal’s Office is encouraging all residents to keep safety in mind when utilizing portable generators. The following ...

"Keep the generator dry. Operate on a dry surface under an open canopy or tent if necessary. Dry your hands before touching ...

WASHINGTON — When severe weather hits, it can sometimes disrupt or damage vital infrastructure, such as the power grid or water supply. That's when many people often turn to generators to restore ...

A new federal report says carbon monoxide from stationary generators seeped into 105 homes in southeast Louisiana in the days after Hurricane Ida in 2021, when much of the region was without power.