Extension leads are undeniably handy, especially they allow users to power up devices far from a wall socket. However, despite their convenience, millions of UK households are still unaware of the potential dangers. Experts warn that extension leads are often misused, and plugging in certain high-powered devices can actually pose a serious fire risk.
To find out more information, I spoke to energy efficiency expert Jamie Burns from reliability firm Ailsa. He shared the top three household items you should never plug into an extension lead, and why doing so could have some pretty dangerous consequences.
