Extension cord and smoke detector safety reminder

COLUMBUS - Due to recent incidents, the Colum -

bus Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD) wants to remind ev eryone about the importance of extension cord safety, especially during the colder months when heating devices are in use.

To prevent devastating inci- dents, the CVFD urges everyone to follow these extension cord safety tips: - Avoid overloading extension cords. Extension cords are not designed to handle high-powered devices like appliances, battery chargers, space heaters or heat lamps. When using high-wattage devices, plug them directly into wall outlets.