Based on federal safety guidelines, we outline four important but easy steps to ensure the safe operation of your portable ...

Avoid fire hazards at home by keeping appliances plugged into a dedicated wall outlet and not an extension cord.

Using a generator in the aftermath of a storm can be deadly if it isn't done right. Here's how to use them safely.

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

It's storm season and several have already passed through causing outages in Cincinnati and around the state. Portable power generators can be a handy solution during these outages. Generators are ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Think about what you plan on using your generator for, as well as where you’ll be ...