As families begin putting up their festive decorations, many will rely on extension leads to power Christmas lights and ornaments that aren't near electrical sockets. But fire safety experts are ...

Some common household appliances can take too much power for a standard extension lead to handle safely. According to The LED Specialist, the riskiest items to plug into extension leads are kettles, ...

Extension leads are a common sight in UK homes, but they can pose a serious fire risk if used incorrectly.

Charanjit Mannu, Director at Elec Training, has issued a stark warning about the dangers of plugging certain household appliances into extension leads. He revealed that many domestic fires are sparked ...

Brits have received safety guidance on extension leads. Experts have urged households to "do not ever" make one particular mistake that could heighten the risk of fire. With plummeting temperatures ...

Homeowners with extension leads in their kitchens are being encouraged to rethink their usage and 'act quickly' to avoid potential disaster. With more than 20,000 electrical fires occurring in UK ...