After Hurrican Beryl hit the Houston area earlier this summer, many homes were left with no electricity for days in the sweltering Texas heat, some for over a week. Portable generators became a lifeline, powering fans, air conditioners and refrigerators. Unfortunately, generators also pose significant risks if not used correctly. Understanding the dangers of portable…

Hurricane Beryl caused massive power outages in our area earlier this week. Service to many homes and businesses has not been restored yet, and may not be for several more days. A long power outage can be tough, but there are important things to do once the power is back on. Here’s a guide to…

With the prolonged record-breaking heat and lack of rain in Texas this year, ideal conditions are being created for wildfires even in places that are not normally at risk. Texas has issued a wildfire disaster declaration for about 75% of the counties in the state. The unpredictable nature of wildfires often catches people off-guard and…

You are just about to sit down to dinner when a loud thunderclap shatters the quiet evening, soon followed by torrential rain. The lights flicker a few times, then everything goes dark. A Long, Dark Night You are in for a long, dark night. The power ends up being off for the next 18 hours since…