Do not use multiple extension cords to span a long distance. "Daisy chaining, or plugging one extension cord into another, should be avoided, as [this] can increase resistance and overheating risk," ...

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 ...

As the weather heats up and you start to swap out your space heaters for air conditioning units, there is one very important ...

A number of appliances should never be plugged into an extension cord in the home as they can create a serious fire hazard.

If not used properly, extension cords can lead to electrical shock hazards, equipment damage and fire hazards. In addition, improper cord selection can lead to use of an undersized extension cord, ...

Three people died, and another person was in critical condition, after a fire tore through an overcrowded home on Easter ...

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 ...