WAUKESHA, Wis., Jun 22, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) --In response to the tornado that hit Eagle, Wis., last night, Generac Power Systems, Inc. responded immediately to supply backup power to the Eagle Fire Station. Additionally, Generac will be working with the Eagle Public Works Department to help provide temporary power to local homes and businesses.

"Our plant in Eagle gives us local roots in the community and many Generac employees live in this area. I was especially concerned watching the storm unfold and am relieved no one has been hurt. Generac is grateful we are able to help the residents while they are without power and will continue to do whatever we can until power is restored," said Aaron Jagdfeld, Generac president and CEO.

One of the best ways to protect homes and families from dangerous power outages is to install an automatic standby generator that automatically comes on when the power goes out.

To view helpful preparedness materials visit http://www.generac.com/weather/.

Generac has more than 50 years experience, focused exclusively on designing and manufacturing high quality power generators. For more information on Generac's complete line of residential and commercial products, visit www.Generac.com or call 888-GENERAC.

About Generac (NYSE: GNRC)

Since 1959, Generac has been a leading manufacturer of backup power generation products serving residential, light commercial and industrial markets. Generac's power systems range in output from 800 watts to 9 megawatts and are available through a broad network of independent dealers, retailers and wholesalers. Generac is a proud supporter of the Home Safety Council and earned the Good Housekeeping Seal in 2009 and 2010. For more information on Generac and its extensive line of both portable and automatic generators, visit www.GENERAC.com.

SOURCE: Generac Power Systems, Inc.

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