The right moves in the first hour of a power outage can keep your perishables safe for two days. Here's what to do ...

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (WSPA) – Ice storms equal power outages, but if you don’t have a generator, what should you do? As we get closer to a winter storm, staying warm, food, and lighting are likely things ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. As with any weather event, there is always a chance of power outages during winter storms. Winter weather, particularly when it's ...

From portable battery banks and generators to larger home systems, there are many backup power choices to consider as extreme ...

Discard perishable food if it sits at room temperature for two hours or more (or one hour if outdoor temperatures are above ...

With severe winter weather on the way, power outages could be a possibility for some in the area this weekend. If you plan to use a generator if your lights go out, the Virginia Department of ...

From the New Canaan Fire Department, following is list of helpful tips to keep our families safe during this power outage: If using candles, extreme caution must be used – never leave unattended. If ...

Thousands of people in central Pennsylvania are without power following Saturday’s storms, and many may be wondering what foods are safe in their refrigerators and freezers. Basically, the rule of ...

The USDA advises that refrigerated food is safe for up to four hours during a power outage if the door remains closed. A full freezer can keep food safe for up to 48 hours, while a half-full freezer ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. As with any weather event, there is always a chance of power outages during winter storms. National Grid, the main power company ...