The magic of the season can involve a lot of electrical cords. Indoor, outdoor, LED, old-fashioned lights – does it make a difference how you use them? It really does.

Purchase extension cords for the specific job – never use an indoor cord outdoors or connect several shorter cords together. It is also not a good idea to connect different types of light strings together.

Indoor-rated light strings and pre-lit trees are for indoor use only. Products marked for indoor use are not designed to hold up against the elements. Also, it’s important to avoid overloading electrical outlets.

Wishing you a happy and safe holiday season.

For more safety tips, visit www.rdek.bc.ca

Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK)

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