Plugging certain items into an extension cord can cause them to overheat, and may even cause a house fire. In fact, Electrical Safety Foundation International (EFSI) says an annual 3,300 home ...

Home extension cords are great for certain devices, but an electrician warns against using them on these seven things.

HEWITT, Texas — Three people were displaced following a structure fire in Hewitt Sunday night, which fire officials believe was caused by a small extension cord charging a device on a bed. Hewitt Fire ...

Although they range in wattage based on size, large air fryers can draw up to 2,000 watts, making them a major fire hazard if they're attached to an extension cord. If you don't have counter space ...

Did you know different extension cords have different uses? Here's what you need to know about the different gauges.

ABC Action News Reporter Susan El Khoury provides tips on how to avoid charger explosions and fires when charging your phone.

Christmas trees can be a big fire hazard. Dry trees light up very quickly. Here's how to avoid it: Keep your trees watered. Don't overcrowd outlets. Do not use faulty or cheap extension cords.

A special fire safety meeting was held Thursday evening with guest speakers RJ McMahon, EMA Director 87, emergency code ...