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 ...

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

Generators can be a real lifesaver. But used improperly, they can be a killer, too. Carbon monoxide and electrocution hazards are real dangers if you don’t know what you’re doing. Here are a few of ...

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 ...

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 ...

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You've likely used an extension cord before, but did you do so safely? You may not have realized, but there are several common extension cord mistakes people make everyday. Some of these mistakes can ...

ROMEOVILLE, Ill. - With hurricane season just around the corner, homeowners are buying portable generators in record numbers, says Jon Hoch, founder of ElectricGeneratorsDirect.com. However, very few ...

Generators and gasoline, your electrical lifeline in a hurricane, need proper care and maintenance to ensure they'll be there to work for you when needed. Miami Herald File If you lose power during a ...