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Hurricane backup power: plan around fuel, not engines

Generators rarely fail in a hurricane because of the generator. They fail because the fuel does not arrive.

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The fuel problem

Hurricane season runs from June to November. When a storm lands, roads flood, fuel depots lose power and deliveries stop, often for days. A standby generator with a day's tank is only as good as the next delivery.

A battery changes the plan. Charged before landfall, it carries critical loads with no delivery at all. PulseTrek systems kept medical facilities running through Hurricane Harvey on exactly that basis.

A practical hurricane power plan

Coastal cities we serve

PulseTrek supplies battery backup along the Gulf and Atlantic coasts, including Houston, Corpus Christi, Galveston, New Orleans, Tampa, Miami and Charleston.

Questions answered

Frequently asked questions

Is a battery better than a generator for hurricane backup?

For critical loads, a staged battery is more dependable because it needs no fuel delivery after the storm. For very long outages, pair it with a small generator that runs only to recharge.

How early should backup power be staged before a hurricane?

Before the forecast track firms up and roads get busy. Staging a charged unit several days ahead is far easier than sourcing fuel or equipment once a warning is issued.

Can a battery be used indoors during a storm?

Yes. LFP batteries produce no carbon monoxide, unlike generators, which must never run indoors or near open windows.

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