House fires that start with a single overloaded cord rarely look dramatic at first. A warm plug, a faint plastic smell, a power strip tucked behind a sofa or under a desk, and suddenly a convenience ...

There's a time limit for how long you should be using an extension cord. It's not a permanent solution and misusing one could be fatal. Follow these guidelines.

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Male-to-male extension cords, sometimes called suicide or widowmaker cords, are dangerous extension cords that can kill or injure you. People sometimes use them during a power outage to feed ...

The combination of electricity and extreme weather can be downright dangerous — which is why the best cold weather extension cords are a worthy investment. Like any outdoor extension cord, it should ...

Plugging extension cords into other extension cords is another huge "no" in the electrical world. This practice, called " ...

Extension cords are fine for small devices, but certain appliances can be dangerous to use with them, particularly in cold weather.

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