Storms have been growing more intense due to climate change, leading to more frequent and prolonged power outages. Here’s a deeper look at the trends and how to prepare with generators.
Rising global temperatures fuel more intense hurricanes, thunderstorms and winter storms. The increase in moisture in the atmosphere leads to heavier rainfall and flooding. The stronger winds cause more damage to power lines and infrastructure. All of these things impact the power grids causing more frequent blackouts as aging grids struggle to handle extreme weather. Due to the increased size of storms the restoration grows longer as there are many more homes and businesses without power. This creates a higher demand for backup power solutions like generators.
Winco Generators are a reliable backup solution. They have become essential for homes and businesses. Whether you need portable, PTO driven or standby generators, Winco has the solution for your needs.
Choosing the right generator for your needs you should consider your situation, location and ever-changing market conditions. For short outages a portable gas or inverter generator is sufficient. For longer outages a standby generator running on natural gas or propane is a more reliable solution.
When running a generator always consider these safety tips. Never run a generator indoors or in enclosed spaces (carbon monoxide risk). Keep it at least 20 feet away from windows and doors. Use a transfer switch for whole-house power to prevent backfeeding into the grid.
As storms continue to intensify, investing in a reliable generator and a storm preparedness plan is more important than ever. Are you considering a generator upgrade, or preparing for a specific weather event? Call us! 800-328-0328
