Great, You Have a Generator—But It Won’t Save You in a Blackout Unless You Do These 5 Things

Without fuel, your generator is useless. Our experts recommend checking your main fuel tanks levels once a week if your model runs on sources like propane or gas. Gas can degrade over time, and ...
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Your generator won’t work when you need it if you forget this

When the power goes out, everyone scrambles to get the generator running. But the people who panic the least are the ones who ...
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Doomsday preppers warn curious homeowner to avoid deadly appliance mistake: 'Don't gamble with your life'

Many doomsday preppers have embraced solar panels with battery backup as a pathway to greater self-sufficiency and independence. When the power goes out, you can keep your lights and appliances on ...