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 ...

Extension cords provide power to devices when their own cable is too short to reach an outlet. This makes it easier to use gadgets across the room or tap into an outdoor receptacle. However, extension ...

Heavy-duty appliances overload cords, leading to dangerous overheating and fire risks. Appliances over 1,800 watts need a dedicated wall outlet for safety. Daisy-chaining extension cords is a major ...

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 ...

Experts warn that plugging in refrigerators, running cords outdoors, or charging electric bikes with an extension cord are among six common mistakes that can overheat wires and pose safety risks. "No ...

Using the wrong extension cord can be dangerous. They can melt or overheat and cause a fire, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. To prevent this, it’s important to buy the right ...

Heavy-duty appliances overload cords, leading to dangerous overheating and fire risks. Appliances over 1,800 watts need a dedicated wall outlet for safety. Daisy-chaining extension cords is a major ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...