Cal Fire🌟 Stay Warm, Stay Safe, and Use Generators Wisely! 🌟
Generators can be lifesavers during power outages but using them safely is key to avoiding carbon monoxide poisoning and other risks. Follow these important tips to protect your household and support the crews working to restore power:
🛠️ Generator Safety Tips:
🔹 Always operate generators and store fuel outdoors, at least 20 feet away from windows, doors, and attached garages.
🔹 Install working carbon monoxide detectors on every level of your home. CO is a deadly, colorless, and odorless gas.
🔹 Keep your generator dry and protected from rain or flooding to prevent electrical shocks.
🔹 Use heavy-duty extension cords to connect appliances directly to the generator.
🔹 Allow the generator to cool down before refueling—spilled fuel on hot parts can ignite!
🔹 Follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully.
🔹 Keep generators away from buildings and flammable materials like dry brush.
Stay safe and prepared this winter! ❄️
