Before use, learn about the potential dangers associated with portable generators, such as their production of carbon monoxide (CO). CO is an odorless, colorless, and tasteless poisonous gas that is called the “silent killer” because it is virtually undetectable without the use of technology like CO alarms. Follow these tips to generate power AND safety when using a generator.

By The Numbers:

• African Americans accounted for 23% of fatalities, which is nearly DOUBLE their proportion of the U.S. population
• Storms account for many of the fatalities associated with generator use, with ICE/SNOW storms accounting for 46%. Hurricanes […]

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