If you're blasting the AC to keep cool, there's one safety tip you can't afford to ignore: Never plug your air conditioner into an extension cord or power strip. It might seem like a harmless ...

The average extension cord isn't built to handle the kind of electrical load put out by large appliances, such as fridges, washing machines, dishwashers and tumble dryers. At best, you could risk ...

Detectives learned that West had used an extension cord to discipline both children on multiple occasions. Officials say the nature and extent of the injuries were described as extensive and ...

For Outdoor Use (Without the Proper Rating) Extension cords should only be used for their intended and rated purposes. "Using a lightweight, indoor-rated extension cord for a heavy-duty outdoor ...

The Springfield Arson and Bomb Squad determined the cause to be an electrical malfunction due to an overheated extension cord.

OFD says there were no injuries in the incident, which caused damage of about $10,000. Investigators found that the cause of the fire was a faulty extension cord, according to the report.

Harbaugh was given a brand-new three-year extension, which will keep him under ... they were still clear top contenders in the AFC and for the Super Bowl title. As long as Lamar and Harbaugh ...

There are indoor, outdoor and indoor/outdoor options to choose from, so go for the extension cord that suits your needs. If you plan to use it outside, make sure to buy one that is waterproof and ...

An unidentified male resident of northern Beaufort County was killed in a Sunday morning camper fire that officials credit to an overburdened extension cord. Crews from the Sheldon Fire District ...