WAUKESHA, Wis., May 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Weather outlets
are forecasting an above-average hurricane season this year and
combined with an aging electrical grid, the potential for
widespread power outages may leave homeowners in a heightened state
of anxiety, which can be remedied by being prepared. With National
Hurricane Preparedness Week taking place May
9-15, these outlooks highlight the fact that early
preparations are essential.
Weather science experts from Colorado State
University predict 17 named storms and AccuWeather's
meteorologists forecast between 16 and 20 named storms,
during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs between June 1 and November 30. The latter
forecast anticipates eight hurricanes, four of which are projected
to be Category 3 or higher.
"Homeowners should be preparing for hurricane season now," says
Russ Minick, chief marketing officer
at Generac Power Systems (NYSE: GNRC). "Peace of mind is of the
utmost importance and with homes becoming the family sanctuary, it
is critical to be ready for natural disasters that create power
outages. We can reduce the pain of power outages by focusing on
what we can do to prepare so we encourage customers to make a plan
early and responsibly."
Generac joins organizations like FEMA in advocating for early
preparation for hurricane season, when resilience to power outages
can significantly increase safety. Generac offers resources to help
prepare for hurricanes and outages at
https://www.generac.com/outages, including information about
inclement weather, tips for emergencies, and Generac's exclusive
Power Outage Tracker, which features up-to-the-minute outage
information.
Preparing for Unprecedented Challenges
Beyond the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts, an aging grid could cause
more outages than in the past. An active wildfire season could also
be a catalyst for additional outages in the West, with utility
companies opting for Public Safety Power Shutoffs. This past
February, the Texas power crisis
resulted in statewide outages lasting several days, serving as
another reminder of the importance of having a plan for energy
independence.
With the home not only the place where people live, but also
work and go to school, being prepared is essential. Outages also
strain the ability of emergency officials to evacuate affected
areas, deliver food and critical supplies as well as provide
medical equipment.
Power Outage Solutions and Technical Support
As the frequency and severity of power disruptions are projected
to increase, Generac offers a variety of solutions including carbon
monoxide-detecting portable generators, a wide range of permanently
installed home standby generators, and clean energy solutions which
offer whole home solar and storage capabilities.
According to Jake Thomas,
director of service operations, at Generac, company experts are
eager to help. "There are many options when it comes to power needs
during an emergency. Portable generators can backup a few important
appliances, but automatic home standby generators offer greater
peace of mind by providing power to an entire home and can run
continuously until power returns. There is a solution for every
home and budget."
Thomas recommends the free in-home assessment with an
independent authorized Generac dealer to properly size a home for a
home standby generator or the PRWcell system for a fully integrated
solar and storage solution. "Our network of dealers offer in-person
or virtual appointments at no cost. Consultants will work with
homeowners to understand their unique needs."
At company headquarters, Generac routinely prepares for outages
and the customer service team offers expanded hours and staff to
help customers in response to storms. The team prioritizes
technical support and is open to generator-related questions,
regardless of brand. Generac also maintains the Storm Response Team
program, a volunteer-based group assisting dealers on service calls
after storm-related outages strain the available labor force. These
teams deploy to affected areas with tools, equipment, generator
parts and expertise.
For more information about preparing for hurricane season,
Generac offers a Hurricane Preparedness Guide which can be
downloaded at https://www.generac.com/hurricane-prep-2021.
MEDIA CONTACT: Josh Segal:
jsegal@punch-pr.com | 617-947-3795
About Generac
Founded in 1959, Generac is a leading
global designer and manufacturer of a wide range of energy
technology solutions and other power products. As an industry
leader serving residential, light commercial, and industrial
markets, Generac's products and solutions are available globally
through a broad network of independent dealers, distributors,
retailers, e-commerce partners, wholesalers and equipment rental
companies, as well as sold direct to certain end user customers.
For more information about Generac and its products and services,
visit Generac.com.
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