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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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
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Why can birds safely sit on power lines?
A bird's ability to safely sit on power lines comes down to the way it's perched.
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What causes ‘circuit trips’?
A number of things can cause an outage, including stormy weather, animals interfering with equipment, tree limbs in power lines and equipment trouble.
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What does a substation do?
Substations are a vital component of OPPD's electrical system. They play a key role in getting power from generating stations to customers.
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Is your meter easy and safe to access?
OPPD meter technicians need to access customers' electric meters for a variety of reasons; these tips will help you make sure yours is unobstructed and safe to access.
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Why lowering your thermostat in the winter can help conserve electricity
Why does lowering your thermostat a few degrees help conserve electricity if your furnace uses natural gas? And does doing so really make much of a difference? We have answers.
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