Just a quick note to say that we pray that all of you in the path of Sandy will say safe and experience only insignificant storm damage.
Hopefully your sometimes maligned Champion 2000i generator is fueled up and ready to take over should the power go out in your area. It is times like these that the true value of a portable generator becomes apparent.
Please be careful with your generator. Do not refuel it with a hot exhaust or engine - gasoline spilled on the hot surfaces evaporates quickly and can ignite with an impressive fireball.
Keep the generator away from any living area where noxious exhaust gas can enter the home. And, never try to operate the generator indoors.
Electrical safety, especially with water all around, is paramount. Use only extension cords that have no cuts or openings in the outer sheath. Make sure the generator is elevated above wet ground and sheltered from the rain.
Ironically, we are not at our home in Virginia where we would experience the wrath of the storm first-hand. Our location is much further south - most likely a good place to be.
Stay safe - our prayers are with each of you!
