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How Does That Work?

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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Tips

Take control of your home with smart technology

You can make your home more comfortable and energy efficient and save money using these smart technology tips and tools.

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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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What you need to know about portable home generators

You may be tempted to purchase a generator in the event of a power outage. Remember these tips to operate it safely.

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