— -- Answer. When you turn off a surge protector -- or suppressor, as some people call them -- it's virtually the same as unplugging it; it will save a small amount of energy and is a little ...

As we head into summer storm season, lightning strikes are an increased danger. According to the National Weather Service, approximately 100,000 thunderstorms occur in the United States each year, and ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Severe weather can strike with little warning—bringing high winds, downed power lines, and sudden outages. That can put your expensive electronics at risk of serious damage.

Florida residents have a higher chance of getting struck by lightning than most, and a Florida Power & Light subsidiary ...

A lightning strike sparked a fire that severely damaged an unoccupied Orlando home during Tuesday’s storms. Fire officials warn residents to stay vigilant and recommend surge protection systems to ...