It is possible to charge an EV using an extension cable, but generally speaking this is not recommended as it can mean an increase in the risk of fire. If you do choose to use an extension cable you ...

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 ...

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For that reason, and also to save space, the best solution is to use extension cords, sometimes also referred to as extension cables/leads, power cords/strips - a plug with multiple sockets which can ...

11:10, Mon, Dec 1, 2025 Updated: 11:13, Mon, Dec 1, 2025 As people start to decorate for Christmas, they may rely on extension leads to power up any lights and decorations that need to be near a ...

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An electrical expert has warned about three common household appliances that should never be plugged into extension leads due to fire risks. Charanjit Mannu, director at Elec Training, said many house ...