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What to know about generators when the power goes out
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1/27/2025
AccuWeather meteorologist Tony Laubach discusses the perks of having a generator when the power goes out.
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Power outages are common when severe weather strikes, and you could either be stuck in sweltering heat or the bitter cold.
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As a result, hundreds of dollars of perishable food can be spoiled, and that's when a power generator comes in handy.
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A gas-powered portable generator is the most basic backup and can get you through short-term power outages and is the most economical.
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Place it in your yard, then plug it into your home using extension cords.
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These require manual intervention to operate. Only use these generators outdoors and away from windows to protect from carbon monoxide fumes.
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A standby generator is much more powerful and convenient, but are 5 to 10 times more expensive than a gas-powered one.
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These are permanently installed and turn on automatically when the power goes out without any manual intervention.
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For more safety and preparedness tips and tools, visit AccuWeather.com slash ready.
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For AccuWeather, I'm meteorologist Tony Laubach.
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