LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KTHV) - With more than 100,000 people in Central Arkansas going on day four without power, some people are considering whether to purchase a generator.

A generator can be a great option to provide backup electricity in the event of a power outage, but there are a variety of factors to consider before getting and installing one. 

ElectricGeneratorsDirect.com provides a guide for people who are considering or who have purchased a generator for their personal use.

THV11 is talking with experts in the area about what people should think about when resorting to a generator to use. Look for that advice on THV 11 this evening. 

External Link:

http://www.electricgeneratorsdirect.com/stories/34-How-to-Pick-the-Perfect-Portable-Emergency-Generator.html

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