Steve was quoted in the following articles in the Angie’s List online magazine:
And, here is our own compilation:
Tips and reminders to stay safe during the holiday season! 
- DON’T plug extension cords together. And be sure not to overload the extension cord—OR the circuit!
- DON’T leave holiday lights on while you’re sleeping or away from home. If you tend to forget, use a timer.
- DO put a smoke alarm in the same room as your candle displays or Christmas tree.
- DO consider switching to eco-friendly LED holiday lights: they run cooler and thus are safer, and you’ll save on your electric bill, too.
- Make sure that you have an outdoor GFCI TRW outlet protected by a weatherproof in-use cover designed for outdoor use to power your outside lighting.
- If you must use an extension cord from your outdoor outlet to the holiday light location, be sure to use one that is rated for outdoor use.
- NEVER run extension cords through windows or doors to power outside lighting!
WHY?
- The cord can be damage by the window or door and thus become a fire or electrocution hazard.
- If the outlet being used is not ground-fault protected, there is a risk of electrocution if the cord is exposed to water.
FAQ: How do GFCI outlets and circuit breakers work? Ground fault-protected outlets and circuit breakers will shut off if even 6 millionths of an amp are going to ground rather than staying in the circuit, thus protecting against electrocution and fire.
Stay safe!
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