(WHTM) — Extension cords come in handy when you need to plug something in that is far away from a power outlet but people need to make sure they are using extension cords safely. According to the ...

Using the wrong extension cord can be dangerous. They can melt or overheat and cause a fire, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. To prevent this, it’s important to buy the right ...

When the power goes out and a portable generator roars to life, the weak link in your setup is often not the machine, but the cord you grab in a hurry. One specific extension-cord shortcut, using a ...

Before using an extension cord, make sure you're using it safely and within its specifications. Refrain from using extension cords to power devices and appliances with significant power demands. Don't ...

READING, Pa. – Fire officials are offering tips to help avoid tragedies as the temperatures tumble and people turn to space heaters. "They have to be properly inspected and properly used," said ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When moving into a new house or apartment, one of the first things you should do is check where all the outlets are. It'll help guide you as ...

The convenience of extension cords can't be ignored. Does the cord on that new nightstand lamp not quite reach the bedroom outlet? Naturally, you reach for an extension cord. The same goes when it ...

No matter how many wall outlets you have in your home, chances are there aren’t enough (especially if you've got an older house) and you’re going to need an extension cord or two. And that opens you ...

DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) -- When it's cold outside many of us may resort to using supplemental heat like a space heater to stay warm. Fire departments don't discourage it, however, they emphatically ...