What you need is an alternative heat source that doesn't use AC power.

Kerocene heaters are one possibility.

A "ventless" LPG heaters are also OK.

They can keep one room confortable and a house from freezing in most
conditions.

A generator will cost much more than a "backup" heat source and may be
difficult to impossible to start when you really need it.


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