Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
This infographic looks at the 10 biggest storms OPPD has faced based on power outages. The most destructive ones may surprise you.
Read More >OPPD employees and their mutual aid counterparts discuss working to restore power after a devastating storm caused the largest power outage in the utility's history.
Read More >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?
Read More >After a violent tornado tore through the Omaha area, destroying homes, power lines and more, OPPD was part of a massive community response.
Read More >Distribution system operators have to think quickly, communicate clearly, multitask and solve problems – all while staying calm – to help restore power and ensure the safety of OPPD’s field workers.
Read More >OPPD is testing twisted wires called T2 conductors in rural areas where power lines are prone to galloping. The configuration of the wires helps prevent ice buildup.
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