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Homes traditionally run on power grids, but it isn't 100% reliable. Technical problems can happen at any time, high consumer demand leads to blackouts, and there's the occasional weather disturbance ...

Winter storms are battering the country right now, and power outages during freezing temperatures can be dangerous. Without electricity, you lose heat, lights, refrigeration, and the ability to charge ...