Even a weak storm, much less a hurricane, can knock out power for days at a time. That makes owning and maintaining a generator a way of life in some neighborhoods, particularly in Northeast Florida.

Incorrectly using a generator can lead to dangers including carbon monoxide poisoning. If you’re without power, here are ways to safely use a generator at home.

These generator safety tips from Consumer Reports explain how to safely run a generator after a storm. Generator misuse can be deadly.