Generators come in handy during a power outage, but you can't just plug any device you like into the machine without taking proper precautions.

1. Find out which appliances they want to run and the wattage they need. Most generators can power between 2,500 and 5,000 watts — enough for your refrigerator and maybe a few lights but not your ...

Freezing temperatures coupled with sleet and snow can be a surefire recipe for power outages. With reports of inclement weather in metro Atlanta this weekend, having a portable generator — and using ...