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Power outages: using alternative fuel and electricity generation safely

This fact sheet explains how to use a portable generator safely during a power outage.

It warns that carbon monoxide, a gas you cannot see or smell, can build up in a home, garage or caravan and cause sudden illness, loss of consciousness or death, and gives practical safety tips to protect you and your family.

Organisation:
Victorian Department of Health
Topic:
Environmental health, Emergency
Target audience:
General
Service area:
VIC
Published:
February 2016
Last reviewed:
September 2026

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