Avoid a Fire Hazard and Stop Plugging Space Heaters and These 6 Items Into Extension Cords

As the temperature drops across the US, you may turn to a space heater to keep warm, but if you’re thinking about plugging it into an extension cord or a surge protector, think again. 

Using an extension for any device with a heating element creates a massive safety hazard. High-power appliances like space heaters, air fryers and coffee makers are not meant to be used with power strips or extension cords. As Paul Martinez, owner of Electrified NYC in Brooklyn, put it, the rule is “no extension…