Using an extension cord in the kitchen can often be a bad idea, especially if you don't follow the proper safety guidelines.

KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis talked with fire officials about her generator and the common mistakes people make with generators that could be deadly. You want to know what you’re buying, and the only ...

Male-to-male extension cords, sometimes called suicide or widowmaker cords, are dangerous extension cords that can kill or injure you. People sometimes use them during a power outage to feed ...

Extension cords are fine for small devices, but certain appliances can be dangerous to use with them, particularly in cold weather.

It's tempting to power your whole house and recharge electronics with a generator during an emergency, but that can put you ...

Extension cords are generally a safe solution for running power to electronics that are too far from the nearest wall outlet. But the operative word here is "electronics," which is not as ...

Consumers should immediately stop using male-to-male extension cords, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, which said that the products can cause electrocution, fires, and carbon ...

In the deepest cold of winter, using a space heater wisely instead of your home furnace or heat pump can save you money on your utility bill. But you should exercise caution with such powerful ...

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