When the lights go out, the way you string together a few cords can quietly decide whether your home stays safely powered or ...

Throw out extension cords that get warm to the touch. "Heat is an indication of overload, damaged internal wires, or ...

There is a reason male-to-male extension cords have been nicknamed "widowmakers" and "suicide cords." "If you put a male into ...

After multiple house fires in the region during the past week, local fire experts are reminding residents of safety practices ...

Power strip with cords plugged in on kitchen countertop - cunaplus/Shutterstock When you're cooking for a ton of people during the holidays, it can be tough to keep your kitchen organized. From using ...

When you're cooking for a ton of people during the holidays, it can be tough to keep your kitchen organized. From using multiple slow cookers to keeping your stand mixer plugged in and your toaster ...

During a large gathering, especially with kids or pets, experts say to make sure all electric cords are out of high-traffic ...

The public has also been cautioned not to overload extension cords and to use only SLS-certified electrical products of ...

With Christmas just days away, the Waco Fire Department is reminding residents with real trees to water them regularly to ...

To keep your home safe, always plug large appliances into wall plugs.

Electrical hazards can strike without warning—whether from damaged wiring, overloaded circuits, wet environments, or improper procedures. Understanding these risks and taking preventive steps is ...