Cold weather doesn’t just freeze pipes — it can turn extension cords and wire insulation stiff and brittle. When you bend or uncoil a frozen cord, tiny cracks can form, exposing live conductors and creating dangerous arcing and heat. This guide covers the warm-up rule, cord gauge basics, outdoor moisture protection, and the winter mistakes that start fires.

Winter RVing brings cozy mornings, holiday lights, and peaceful campsites—but it also comes with increased fire and electrical risks. From space heaters and propane furnaces to holiday decorations and overloaded circuits, cold-weather camping puts your rig’s systems to the test. This guide walks you through the essential winter safety steps every RVer needs to stay warm, prevent hazards, and enjoy the season without worry.

RV fires happen more often than most travelers realize — and usually because of things that look totally harmless… until they aren’t.

RVs offer a fantastic way to explore the open road, but they also present unique fire safety challenges.