The Wire

Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

Tag: weather

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New interactive map will provide quick, easy access to outage information

The new outage map will provide real-time information about areas experiencing outages, the total number of customers affected, the estimated time of power restoration and more.

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Stay cool, conserve energy this summer

Check out these programs and tips that can help you conserve energy and save money this summer while keeping your home cool and comfortable.

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Why lowering your thermostat in the winter can help conserve electricity

Why does lowering your thermostat a few degrees help conserve electricity if your furnace uses natural gas? And does doing so really make much of a difference? We have answers.

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These tips can help you stay safe,
warm when wind chills plummet

If you have to go outside when wind chills are dangerously low, follow these tips and guidelines to stay safe.

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Infographic: There’s a new addition
to our Top 10 biggest storms list

This infographic looks at the 10 biggest storms OPPD has faced based on power outages. The most destructive ones may surprise you.

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OPPD mutual aid team heads home

An OPPD mutual aid team helped restore power to MidAmerican and ComEd customers in Illinois who lost power when damaging storms moved through the region July 15.

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