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Electricity 101

Electricity 101: What you need to know about transmission lines

Transmission lines are extremely high voltage power lines; they're the lines you see stretching over open fields and along major roadways.   

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Electricity 101

Electricity 101: Generating power with different fuel sources

Using a variety of fuel sources helps OPPD provide reliable power in the most cost-effective manner possible.

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Tips

Summer fun should include safety

The official start of summer is just around the corner. These tips can help keep your family safe during the summer months.

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Tips

5 tips for electrical safety at home

May is National Electrical Safety Month. These tips can help keep you and your home safe from electrical fires and other accidents.

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How Does That Work?

Padmount transformer

That green box in your back yard serves a very important purpose in delivering power to your home.

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How Does That Work?

Uncommon objects can interfere with power lines

Balloons? A trampoline? Yep, these things can cause power outages and damage equipment. Use these tips to help prevent such items from going airborne.

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