High levels of uncertainty for the 2023 season
make early preparation critical
WAUKESHA, Wis., May 10, 2023
/PRNewswire/ -- Generac Power Systems (NYSE: GNRC), a leading
global designer, manufacturer and provider of energy technology
solutions and other power products, is encouraging homeowners and
businesses on the Gulf and Atlantic coasts to begin preparing now
for this year's hurricane season. A number of storms are
anticipated to impact and disrupt power to millions of Americans,
making early preparation critical.
Colorado State University recently
released its annual forecast for the 2023 hurricane season, which
predicts 13 named storms and six hurricanes, including two major
hurricanes. This is slightly down from the annual average. However,
the report also notes a high level of uncertainty in this year's
forecast, indicating a strong possibility that this year's
hurricane season could become much busier than is currently
predicted.
"With such high levels of uncertainty surrounding this year's
hurricane season, homeowners and business owners need to do
everything they can to prepare now," said Kyle Raabe, president of Consumer Power for
Generac. "Making a plan ahead of time that includes a source of
backup power is an important step to ensure you and your loved ones
remain safe and comfortable in the event of a strong storm."
Generac offers several resources to help homeowners prepare for
severe storms and long outages, including the annual Hurricane
Preparedness Guide, a free and simple tool to guide homeowners
through the storm season, and Power Outage Central, a free tracker
that provides up-to-the minute outage information nationwide. Given
the seasonal outlook, Generac is urging residents in storm-prone
areas to make simple, actionable plans with steps to be prepared
before, during, and after a major storm.
Following are tips to help manage storm season, and you can
download Generac's full Hurricane Preparedness Guide on the
website.
Before the Storm:
- Turn your refrigerator and freezer to the coldest setting.
- Fill bathtubs and large containers with water for sanitation
purposes.
- Charge cell phones.
During the Storm
- If evacuating, listen to orders at least twice to determine
driving directions. Secure your home by unplugging appliances,
turning off water at the main valve and deactivating electricity at
the breaker box, and drive directly to your designated evacuation
spot, sticking to evacuation routes.
- If sheltering in place, take shelter in the safest room in the
residence. Save your cell phone battery as much as possible in case
the power goes out and unplug all outlets in the event of an outage
to reduce the chance of power surge-related damage when power
returns. Monitor for updates via radio or television and be
prepared to evacuate if the home is damaged or an emergency
official gives the order.
After the Storm
- Stay alert for potential damage and dangers that may arise
after a storm. Subsequent rain can cause flooding after a hurricane
has ended.
- Do not return from an evacuation unless given permission by
local authorities.
- If there is severe damage to the home, or if you suspect a gas
leak, leave immediately and contact local officials.
To learn more about Generac's complete line of home standby
generators and solar energy storage systems, visit
www.generac.com.
About Generac
Generac Power Systems, Inc. (NYSE: GNRC) is a leading energy
technology company that provides advanced power grid software
solutions, backup and prime power systems for home and industrial
applications, solar + battery storage solutions, virtual power
plant platforms and engine- and battery-powered tools and
equipment. Founded in 1959, Generac introduced the first affordable
backup generator and later created the category of automatic home
standby generator - a market in which nearly eight of ten
generators sold is a Generac. The company is committed to
sustainable, cleaner energy products poised to revolutionize the
21st century electrical grid.
Media Contact: Stephanie
Rodgers
Stephanie.Rodgers@Generac.com
Phone: 262.544.4811 Ext. 4456
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