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14. Constant Extension Cord Usage

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Extension cords have helped with our ever growing need for more plugins, and they’ve made electronic multitasking possible. However, they pose a couple threats that you actually might not be aware of. Leaving all outlets in use can actually cause fires, as the circuit board in the extension cords are overworked. When they’re not in use, experts suggest turning the red switch off or physically unplugging them to prevent a disaster. Not only can they catch on fire, but if you’re not careful you can trip on the long cords quite easily.