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Stay Safe, While Staying Warm This Winter; CPSC Warns Consumers to be Cautious When Using Generators, Furnaces and Space Heaters

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As cold weather continues to impact much of the country, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers about deadly hazards from home heating equipment, including space heaters, furnaces and fireplaces, based on the findings in a recent report.

Key Points: 
  • CPSC urges consumers to take safety precautions while keeping their home warm this winter.
  • A gasoline-powered generator used during weather-related power outages can produce as much CO as hundreds of cars.
  • When using electric portable heaters, ALWAYS use a wall outlet; NEVER a power strip and NEVER run the heater's cord under rugs or carpeting.
  • If a product has been recalled, stop using it immediately and contact the recalling company for the remedy--a refund, repair or replacement.

CPSC Urges Flood Victims to Take Steps to Prevent CO Poisoning, Electrocution, Explosion and Fires

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Monday, February 5, 2024
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CO poisoning from portable generators can happen so quickly that exposed persons may become unconscious before recognizing the symptoms of nausea, dizziness or weakness.

Key Points: 
  • CO poisoning from portable generators can happen so quickly that exposed persons may become unconscious before recognizing the symptoms of nausea, dizziness or weakness.
  • Opening doors or windows will not provide enough ventilation to prevent the buildup of lethal levels of CO.
  • It may be convenient, but it's too close to home and puts your family at risk of CO poisoning.
  • If you smell or hear gas leaking, leave your home immediately and contact local gas authorities from outside the home.

As Winter Storms Continue, CPSC Urges Families to Take Steps to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning and Fires

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Friday, January 19, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging consumers to take steps to protect themselves from carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning and fires as winter storms and bitter cold continue to impact millions of Americans.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging consumers to take steps to protect themselves from carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning and fires as winter storms and bitter cold continue to impact millions of Americans.
  • CO poisoning from portable generators can happen so quickly that exposed persons may become unconscious before recognizing the symptoms of nausea, dizziness or weakness.
  • Opening doors or windows will not provide enough ventilation to prevent the buildup of lethal levels of CO.
  • It may be convenient, but it's too close to home and puts your family at risk of CO poisoning.

Portable Generator Manufacturers’ Association Unveils Safety Program Geared Toward Kids

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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It’s never too early to start educating people about the safe, proper use of these tools, which is why the Portable Generator Manufacturers’ Association (PGMA) is releasing a portable generator safety curriculum, “ Generate Safety ,” designed for school-aged children.

Key Points: 
  • It’s never too early to start educating people about the safe, proper use of these tools, which is why the Portable Generator Manufacturers’ Association (PGMA) is releasing a portable generator safety curriculum, “ Generate Safety ,” designed for school-aged children.
  • The lessons promote safe usage of portable generators in emergencies and avoidance of exposure to dangerous carbon monoxide fumes.
  • “Generate Safety” is ideal for use in schools, scout and other troop programs, safety towns and other community-based children’s safety advocacy classes, power company and other public safety outreach managers, and more.
  • All tools and materials are available FREE from PGMA and can be downloaded at https://www.takeyourgeneratoroutside.com/ under the Safety Resources tab.

Tropical Storm Idalia to Become Hurricane, Expected to Cause Widespread Power Outages

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Monday, August 28, 2023
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According to the current forecast from the National Weather Service, Tropical Storm Idalia is expected to become a hurricane today, Monday, Aug. 28, 2023, as it heads toward Florida’s Gulf Coast.

Key Points: 
  • According to the current forecast from the National Weather Service, Tropical Storm Idalia is expected to become a hurricane today, Monday, Aug. 28, 2023, as it heads toward Florida’s Gulf Coast.
  • Due to damaging winds and torrential rains, power outages are likely, and it will likely take days or weeks to restore power.
  • During that time, many residents will turn to portable generators to provide essential power to their homes.
  • Media and public safety officials are encouraged to repurpose materials available on the Take Your Generator Outside site.

Portable Generator Manufacturers’ Association Voices Concerns Over Proposed Regulatory Changes

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
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The Portable Generator Manufacturers’ Association (PGMA) today shared testimony with the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), voicing concerns over the agency’s newly proposed rule that would further impose additional CO emissions requirements on portable generators.

Key Points: 
  • The Portable Generator Manufacturers’ Association (PGMA) today shared testimony with the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), voicing concerns over the agency’s newly proposed rule that would further impose additional CO emissions requirements on portable generators.
  • Testing concludes that the CPSC’s rule changes could force portable generators’ exhaust temperatures to exceed 1000 degrees Fahrenheit – extreme temperatures that would likely cause house fires and threaten owners’ safety.
  • PGMA further noted that the proposed emissions changes would increase portable generator ownership costs, making it more difficult for those most needing generators in emergencies to be able to afford them.
  • G300 is a comprehensive standard for generator safety that helps address carbon monoxide-safety concerns from misuse through a CO detection and automatic shutoff feature.

Portable Generator Manufacturers’ Association Responds to Need for Safety Information for Spanish Speakers

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Thursday, January 26, 2023
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The Portable Generator Manufacturers’ Association (PGMA) recognizes the importance of reminding all U.S. residents how to safely use portable generators as a secondary source of power prior to and where severe weather is happening.

Key Points: 
  • The Portable Generator Manufacturers’ Association (PGMA) recognizes the importance of reminding all U.S. residents how to safely use portable generators as a secondary source of power prior to and where severe weather is happening.
  • To ensure all U.S. residents, including the 41 million native Spanish-speakers in the United States (plus a further 11.6 million who are bilingual), have access to critical generator safety information, the Portable Generator Manufacturers’ Association has taken its own steps to ensure Spanish-speakers have access to easily understandable, high-quality generator safety information.
  • Meaning if a Spanish-speaking household has set its browser’s language preference to Spanish, www.takeyourgeneratoroutside.com will automatically present itself in Spanish.
  • Guillermo is sensitive to the needs of Spanish speakers and is passionate about delivering accurate, compelling information to this audience.

CPSC Urges Consumers to Keep Their Guard Up as Hurricane Fiona Continues its Path of Destruction

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Monday, September 19, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hurricane Fiona has knocked out power across Puerto Rico and is causing catastrophic flash flooding across the island.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hurricane Fiona has knocked out power across Puerto Rico and is causing catastrophic flash flooding across the island.
  • CPSC estimates that about 85 consumers die in the U.S. each year from CO poisoning from gasoline-powered portable generators.
  • Opening doors or windows will not provide enough ventilation to prevent the buildup of lethal levels of CO.
  • If you smell or hear gas leaking, leave your home immediately and contact local gas authorities from outside the home.

CPSC Urges Consumers to Take Precautions as Tropical Storm Kay Nears Southern California

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Friday, September 9, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tropical Storm Kay is expected to primarily hit northern Mexico, but Southern California and Southwest Arizona could also get pounded by heavy rains and winds.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tropical Storm Kay is expected to primarily hit northern Mexico, but Southern California and Southwest Arizona could also get pounded by heavy rains and winds.
  • CPSC estimates that about 85 consumers die in the U.S. each year from CO poisoning from gasoline-powered portable generators.
  • Opening doors or windows will not provide enough ventilation to prevent the buildup of lethal levels of CO.
  • If you smell or hear gas leaking, leave your home immediately and contact local gas authorities from outside the home.

CPSC Releases New Report on Carbon Monoxide (CO) Fatalities, Urges Generator Safety in New PSA

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Thursday, August 4, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) today released a new report on carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning deaths associated with portable generators. CPSC also launched a new public service announcement (PSA) underscoring the dangers of portable generators.  

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) today released a new report on carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning deaths associated with portable generators.
  • CPSC also launched a new public service announcement (PSA) underscoring the dangers of portable generators.
  • CPSC PSA: One portable generator produces the same amount of carbon monoxide as hundreds of cars illustrates how gasoline-powered portable generators can create a risk of CO poisoning that can kill in minutes.
  • Federal law prohibits any person from selling products subject to a Commission ordered recall or a voluntary recall undertaken in consultation with the CPSC.