The Knoxville Fire Department has determined the cause of the house fire on Norwalk Avenue.
Sunday’s fire was caused by an overloaded power strip. The home suffered moderate damage and no injuries were reported as the three people living there weren’t at home at the time of the fire. Officials say during a typical year, home electrical problems account for 90,000 fires, over 700 deaths, and $700 million in property losses.
KFD says you should follow these electrical safety tips to help keep your home fire safe.
• Replace worn, old, or damaged extension cords right away.
• Use extension cords for temporary purposes only.
• Avoid putting cords where they can be damaged or pinched, like under a carpet or rug.
• Do not overload power strips.
• Use power strips that have internal overload protection.
