If you bought your first generator or propane heater, there are a couple of things you should know about safely operating ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." The power just went out—again. As you dig around for candles and wonder whether your laptop is fully ...

When the power goes out, your emergency generator is your lifeline. It not only keeps the lights on, it also keeps your phone charged so you can stay in touch with loved ones. But since it's just for ...

Heavy snowfall and winter storms pose a threat of power outages in our region.

Home generators are effective options to power appliances and other electronics during an outage, but it’s important to keep generator safety in mind. Improper use of a portable generator can cause ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. When the power goes out, most people focus on issues such as lack of light and heat. But without power, many modern amenities that ...

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?

In the emergency management industry, protecting people, property and equipment from harm is top priority. Unfortunately severe and even fatal accidents occur every year, many from improper equipment ...

The power just went out—again. As you dig around for candles and wonder whether your laptop is fully charged, you think, “I’m finally going to get a generator.” Let’s say you want a generator that can ...