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 ...

Extension cords are fine for small devices, but certain appliances can be dangerous to use with them, particularly in cold weather.

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

When in need of an extension cord in the office or at home, it's imperative to know that just because a particular cord is long enough, it's not necessarily the right one for the job. Many erroneously ...

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 ...

SPOKANE, Wash. - An extension cord. It can be a handy, temporary way to place electrical equipment wherever you'd like it. But when used improperly, extension cords can cause fire, injury, even death.

If it's getting cold enough to use a space heater where you live, be sure to keep it out of an extension cord. If you live in an older house or apartment, it's not always easy to find enough wall ...

Here are some tips on how to keep your child safe from electrocution from electrical outlets or extension wires. A two-year-old boy from Quezon City died from electrocution recently after sticking a ...