Discover which items should never be plugged into a power strip, along with other hazardous mistakes people frequently make.

An experienced electrician explains which household items should never be plugged into power strips due to fire and ...

Not everything should be plugged into a power strip. Here are 10 devices that can fry your power strip and device.

To get the best advice on what shouldn’t be plugged into a power strip, we consulted a master electrician for expert tips on ...

Don't overload power strips; always use wall outlets for high-wattage items. Unplug or turn off power strips when not in use. Buy high-quality power strips with surge protection. Most household ...

Power strips are a common and convenient way to provide additional sockets, but experts warn that there are certain household items you should never plug into one.

We've all been there-plugging in one too many devices into a power strip, hoping for the best while crossing our fingers that ...

POLLOCKSVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — A structure fire at a home in Pollocksville claimed the life of one person early Saturday morning, Jan. 11, 2025. After an inspection, it was determined the fire was ...

I have a small dorm fridge, but the place where I want/need/can only put it requires me to plug it into a generic power strip.<BR><BR>The "Compact Refrigerator" is rated: 120V, 60Hz (AC), 15 ...

ROCKLAND (CBS) -- A firefighter was injured while working to put out flames that were sparked by an "overloaded power strip" early Monday morning. The fire broke out around 3 a.m. at the Kelliher ...

TESSAN introduced the Dual Surge Protector Power Strip as a response to what it saw in terms of consumer behavior. It is ...

Faithful readers will recall I’ve written on this subject in the past. Today, with proof that “teaching teaches the teacher,” we expand on things we should never plug into a power strip. Whether you ...