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Generators can alleviate worries about harsh weather
Homeowners are increasingly concerned about more than just physical damage caused by extreme seasonal weather, with such challenges as food spoilage and losing touch with loved ones topping their lists these days.
New research from the Propane Education Research Council shows that more and more consumers are worried about experiencing power outages resulting from severe weather events. The fear of being disconnected through the loss of phone, Internet and television access are cited as a top concern.
This pressing need by homeowners to stay connected during power outages illustrates the importance of standby generators.
More than 1,000 adults surveyed report being very or somewhat concerned about facing a severe weather event such as a tornado, hurricane, tropical storm or ice storm in the next 12 months. Furthermore, nearly one in three consumers nationwide said they are more afraid that their community will face severe weather in the next year or so, as compared to a few years ago.
Overall, adults are more concerned about staying connected, both for personal and work purposes, than they were two years ago. About 60 percent of respondents said they would worry about how to stay informed about news and weather under such conditions, and 52 percent said they would have concerns about the loss of computer or phone service.
When stocking up the home in preparation for storms, adults tend to focus on emergency supply kits and food and water; significantly fewer invest in generators.
"Propane-powered standby generators provide a reliable energy source during stormy weather and its aftermath, offering some normalcy -- and peace of mind -- during unstable times," said Kate Caskin, senior vice president of the Propane Education Research Council.
The new survey about severe weather events and home preparedness was conducted this summer using Opinion Research Corporation's CARAVAN Omnibus Survey. Telephone interviews were completed with a nationally representative sample of 1,002 adults.
- Courtesy of StatePoint
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