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6 tips for electrical safety in dorms

College students are returning to campus with their gadgets in tow. Review these basic tips to ensure they have a safe year.

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Summer fun should include safety

Summer has officially begun. These tips can help keep your family safe during the summer months.

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5 tips for electrical safety at home

May is National Electrical Safety Month. These tips can help keep you and your home safe from electrical fires and other accidents.

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3 ways to identify a utility worker

Scammers don’t always hide behind a telephone. Sometimes they try to take advantage of customers by posing as utility employees. These tips can help you identify a legitimate utility worker.

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These tips can help you stay safe during severe weather

March 23-27 is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Nebraska. It's a good time to brush up on some safety tips and make sure you're prepared for bad weather.

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Balloons, kites and … trampolines? How to keep them out of power lines

A variety of objects can get caught in power lines, causing power outages and damaging electrical equipment. Use these tips to avoid that problem and stay safe.

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