Harris County, Texas, mandates backup power generators for all assisted living facilities and nursing homes to ensure operational climate control during power outages. This regulation aims to protect vulnerable residents, particularly the elderly, from extreme temperatures. Compliance is crucial, as noncompliant facilities face penalties. Aurora Generators supports these initiatives by providing dependable power solutions.
Generator News
Stay current with the latest news and developments in the generator industry. Our blog covers new product launches, regulatory updates, market trends, and innovations in diesel, hybrid, and off-grid power systems. Whether you’re a professional in the field or a homeowner interested in backup power, these articles keep you informed about what’s happening in the world of generators.
Canadian Hospital Loses Power
When Backup Power Fails: Lessons from Recent Canadian Hospital Crises Posted by Aurora Generators | May 2025 In modern healthcare, uninterrupted power is not just a convenience—it’s a necessity. Yet, two major Canadian hospitals recently faced catastrophic power failures that highlight a national vulnerability: aging infrastructure and unreliable backup power systems. In this post, we […]
Missouri Man and Dog Die from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
A tragic case in Phelps County, Missouri, highlights the dangers of using portable generators indoors. A 30-year-old man and his dog died from carbon monoxide poisoning due to a generator operating inside their home. This incident emphasizes the importance of following safety guidelines to prevent such fatalities during power outages.
Snake Causes Unexpected Power Outage in North Carolina
When Wildlife Strikes: The Durham Snake Outage and the Case for Backup Generators On the night of May 5, 2025, approximately 10,000 residents in Durham, North Carolina, experienced an unexpected power outage. The culprit? A black snake that managed to infiltrate a Duke Energy substation near Ashe Street, coming into contact with critical equipment and […]
2024 Hurricane Season
NOAA predicts an above-normal 2024 Atlantic hurricane season with a 70% confidence in 17 to 25 named storms, 8 to 13 hurricanes, and 4 to 7 major hurricanes. This prediction is driven by near-record warm Atlantic Ocean temperatures, La Nina conditions, reduced trade winds, and less wind shear. NOAA emphasizes preparedness and introduces enhanced forecasting tools and communications, including expanded Spanish-language advisories and improved inland wind threat depiction.
Canada’s Looming Power Problem Is Massive, Not Insurmountable
Canada needs to build more electricity generation in the next 25 years than it has over the last century to support a net-zero emissions economy by 2050.
This will require doubling, or possibly tripling, the power we make now.
It will also necessitate cross-jurisdictional cooperation, engagement with Indigenous communities, and practicality in decision-making and construction. Additionally, it will entail coordination across multiple regions, involvement of Indigenous groups, and promptness in executing decisions and construction projects.
Heat Awareness and Powering Your Air Conditioner
Did you know that heat is a leading weather-related killer in the United States? Every year hundreds of people die due to heat-related illnesses, many of which occur with just a short period of exposure (OSHA, 2021). Numerous employee deaths and thousands of employee illnesses are preventable by keeping the workplace or home cool, having access to water, and having a plan in place
Power Outage Maps
Power outage maps are tools utility companies and other organizations provide to show the real-time status of power outages in a specific area.