Electrical fires caused 425 deaths, more than 1,200 injuries, and $1.6 billion in property damage a year between 2015 and 2019. Unplugging appliances before you leave your home can prevent accidental ...

Ever wonder why your electric bill seems higher than expected? It could be from devices using energy when you’re not even using them. Many common electronics and appliances continue to draw power ...

Look around your home and see what is plugged in that doesn't need to be, including alarm clocks, cordless phone bases, electric kettles, hair dryers, and more. Unplugging these devices and only ...

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