Electrical Fire Safety Learn how to protect your home and family from electrical fires. Every year, people die in electrical fires in homes. Electrical fires are one of the leading causes of death for people over age 65. Protect your home from electrical fires Do not overload outlets. Plug heat generating

Plug Air Conditioners directly into wall outlets to prevent a fire Never use an extension cord or power strip for large appliances.

Major appliances like a refrigerator, stove, washer or dryer, should be plugged directly into a wall outlet Do not use an extension cords with major appliances.