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If your outlet plate feels warm, here’s what that usually means in winter

When the temperature drops and your space heaters, holiday lights, and kitchen gadgets all run at once, your electrical ...
Yakima Herald-Republic

Electrical outlet overload blamed in death of 2 children in Prosser fire

PROSSER — An electrical outlet overloaded by an air conditioner likely started a fire that killed two children early Thursday in Prosser. The 10-year-old boy and 7-year-old girl were asleep alone in ...
WWLP-22News

Overloaded electrical outlet causes Holyoke basement fire

HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – A basement fire in Holyoke is serving as a reminder to residents to not overload power strips. Holyoke to host vibrant celebration of Puerto Rican culture According to the ...
WFLA News Channel 8

Electrical outlet safety: Why that burning plastic smell matters

This story was produced by Arin Barry and distributed by Next Net. When an outlet starts acting up, it’s giving you clear signs of an electrical issue. If you notice a burning plastic smell, it is not ...