by support | Oct 26, 2020 | Storms and Outages
During a power outage, you can connect a heavy-duty extension cord to a portable generator and run it to a few essential lights and perhaps a small appliance or two – or fire up a much larger generator to run several lights, a refrigerator and even a space heater....
by support | Oct 26, 2020 | Storms and Outages
A downed power line can carry an electric current strong enough to cause serious injury or even death. In many cases, you won’t be able to tell whether the line is energized or not – especially if it’s covered by snow or under water during a thaw. Keep these things in...
by support | Oct 26, 2020 | Storms and Outages
What should you do if you’re caught outside during a storm? Lightning hits the tallest available object, so get down low in a crouched position if you’re in an exposed area. Also: Stay away from trees. Don’t hold metal items such as bats, golf clubs, fishing rods,...
by support | Oct 26, 2020 | Storms and Outages
Downed power lines can carry an electric current strong enough to cause serious injury or possibly death. In many cases, you won’t be able to tell whether the line is energized or not – especially if it’s under water or covered by snow. If you see a downed power line,...
by support | Oct 26, 2020 | Portable Generators, Storms and Outages
When a severe storm hits and results in a power outage, you may be inclined to head to the closest hardware store, outdoor-equipment dealer or big-box retailer to buy a portable generator. Then you can just haul the generator home, connect a heavy-duty extension cord...
by support | Oct 26, 2020 | Inside the House, Storms and Outages
In many parts of the state, heavy spring rains following a snowier- than-normal winter have caused headaches for folks with basements. Keep these safety tips in mind if you experience anything from a slightly wet floor to several inches of water (or more) in your...
