Fire Prevention Week Warning! Extension Cords Responsible for Many Fire Deaths
Don't use those cheap extension cords.
Most fires in the home are caused by electrical problems. Use National Fire Prevention Week as a reason to rid your home of cheap, non UL listed extension cords.
Published by Major Jester
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12 Comments
Post a CommentThat looks really dangerous.
Good tips Major. I too only use heavy duty ones, and not too damn many of them!
Wow- this is scary. Will check out my extention cords for sure- thanks for the heads up
I agree with JC's comments.
Great PSA, Major. It's important to use the right size for the applicance too!
Wow. Yeah I think its time to check on ours too.
Great Advice! My husband is adamant about having good extension cords, quality power-strips and surge protectors. It's so easy to overlook the dangers.
This article is for me. Guilty as charged. But I'm going to change, on your good advice!
I used to use many extension cords. I now use only one - a heavy-duty orange cord.
Faith, good choice! Randy, glad you caught yours in time.