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.

Keeping your RV’s electrical system in good shape starts with proper care of the breaker panel box. This critical component controls power distribution and protects your RV from electrical faults.

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