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 ...

*When outlets are limited, it’s tempting to use extension cords and power strips to plug in all your devices. However, for certain appliances, this quick fix can pose a serious fire hazard. As CNET ...

Syracuse, N.Y. — A Syracuse woman has been charged with beating her 12-year-old daughter with an extension cord after a domestic dispute in their home, police said. Lateefiah Jones, 49, was charged ...

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Around 5:30 a.m. on Friday, residents from around Central Oregon reported hearing a loud explosion. After numerous 911 calls, officials were attempting to locate the area of the ...

MANILA, Philippines — The series of storms that hit the country has left many provinces in Luzon still reeling from massive floods and destruction, resulting in at least P5 billion in damage to public ...

In most Indian kitchens, space is limited, sockets are few, and appliances are many. Obviously, it is tempting to use an extension cord when your sandwich maker, microwave, or air fryer needs a power ...

New London — Misuse of extension cords caused a house fire early Thursday morning that sent one man to the hospital and displaced four others, according to Fire Chief Vernon Skau. Firefighters ...

NEW LONDON, CT (WFSB) - One person was hurt and four people total were forced out of their home by an early morning fire. The New London Fire Department said it was called to the home on West Street ...

NEW LONDON, Conn. (WTNH) — A person is injured and four others are displaced after an extension cord caused a residential fire early Thursday morning in New London, fire officials said. The New London ...

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 ...

Homeowners who frequently use extension leads in their kitchens are being called to urgently reconsider their use due to significant risks. Crusader Fire's fire safety experts have raised the alarm ...

People who own extension leads at home and often use them in the kitchen are being urged to reconsider and 'make a decision fast'. With over 20,000 electrical fires in UK homes each year, fire safety ...