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Landscaping near electrical equipment

The plants you choose for your landscaping around this equipment should still allow OPPD crews to access the unit in the event of an outage or repair.

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Uncommon objects can interfere with power lines

A trampoline, balloons? Yep, these things can cause power outages and damage equipment. Take these steps to keep such items from going airborne.

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Graphic: Get to know the different types of clouds

The more you know about the clouds in the sky, the better able you are to predict what type of weather to expect.

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What you need to know about ‘smart’ power strips

Smart power strips can cut off “vampire power” to devices, reducing energy use in your home.

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Video: Do you know the difference between types of power lines?

Transmission lines and distribution power lines have unique jobs within the electric system. Watch this video to learn more.

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Ice has weighty effect on power lines

See how OPPD prepares for the damaging effects of ice and wind on power lines - and how wind alone can be just as dangerous.

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