Fix It Homestead on MSN

The extension cord problem that shows up every winter, and how to stop overheating outlets

Every winter, you ask more of your outlets and extension cords than at any other time of year, piling on space heaters, ...
Fix It Homestead on MSN

The one extension cord upgrade that makes overheating more likely

Extension cords promise a quick fix when an outlet is just out of reach, but the wrong “upgrade” can quietly turn that ...
EURweb on MSN

Electrician Warns Against Plugging These High-Wattage Items Into Power Strips to Prevent Fire Hazards

An experienced electrician explains which household items should never be plugged into power strips due to fire and ...
CNET

Holiday Safety Alert: Never Plug Space Heaters or These 6 Other Devices Into Extension Cords

Corin Cesaric is a Flex Editor at CNET. She received her bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Before joining CNET, she covered crime at People Magazine and ...
Indiatimes

Don't plug these 7 dangerous devices into extension cords: Protect your home from electrical hazards

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 ...
POPSUGAR UK

Optimise Your Living Space With These 21 Innovative Outlets and Extension Cords

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Tired of tangled cords? This flat power bar can charge 11 devices at once — and it's on sale (but there's a catch)

"I have nothing but praise for this power bar! It is super compact, incredibly easy to use and so handy for organizing ...