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(WSET) — As a fourth winter storm looms after our previous snowfall last week, local fire officials are urging families to be safe when using a generator to power their homes if they lose power.

Portable generators are not hard to use, but can be dangerous if you don’t consider these important safety guidelines.

Having a generator to provide backup power can be helpful, no matter where you live, but it’s downright essential if you reside in an area prone to extreme weather and frequent power outages.