Infographic: Overhead vs. underground power lines
OPPD considers several factors when determining whether to install power lines above ground or below. Both options have advantages and disadvantages.
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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
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What’s a ground fault circuit interrupter?
These are common sights in your home, and they perform an important function by preventing shock from electricity.
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Video: Climbing a core skill for OPPD lineworkers
Lineworkers climb in all types of weather, lugging up to 20 pounds of tools with them to maintain or repair power lines or to restore power.
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Who’s responsible for cleaning up tree debris after storms?
When storms cause outages, OPPD’s tree trimming crews focus on freeing power lines from tree limbs to help restore power. So whose job is it to clean up tree limbs once that work is done?
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What you need to know about RTOs
Regional transmission organizations function like the air traffic controllers of the electric power grid. They manage the power grid, ensuring its safety and reliability.
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Handling the effects of heat on the electric system
When temperatures rise, OPPD takes extra precautions to ensure reliable electricity for customers when they need it most.
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