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 ...

Extension cords are so common in modern homes that you barely notice them, especially when they are tucked neatly behind furniture or hidden under a rug. That tidy setup can look safe and even well ...

For that reason, and also to save space, the best solution is to use extension cords, sometimes also referred to as extension cables/leads, power cords/strips - a plug with multiple sockets which can ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. As summer approaches, more of us rely on fans, air purifiers, and other household gadgets to keep cool and comfortable, but ...

Firefighters are issuing an important warning as extreme heat continues across Connecticut. The Naugatuck Fire Department said when running your air conditioner this summer, it’s important to plug the ...

Extension cords offer convenience but pose risks when misused with high-wattage appliances. Experts warn against plugging air fryers, microwaves, space heaters, refrigerators, and air conditioners ...

A Chaddesden teenager has had a lucky escape after a plug in her room caught fire. Her grandmother has warned of the danger posed by overloading extension plugs after the frightening experience. Bev ...

As summer approaches, more of us rely on fans, air purifiers, and other household gadgets to keep cool and comfortable, but plugging them into an extension cord could be a disaster waiting to happen.