6:45 a.m., July 7, 2024
Our crews were able to replace utility poles and complete repairs, restoring power at 2:28 a.m. to the 336 customers in south Omaha, referenced in the below post.
Work continues to bring 134 other customers back online following last night’s storms.
11:30 p.m., July 6, 2024
Troubleshooters found the cause of the power outage that had impacted more than 2,000 customers across Douglas and Sarpy County, from P St. to Chandler Rd., between 30th St. and the Missouri River. A large tree fell and broke two utility poles, taking the line down shortly before 9 p.m.
Our crews have managed to restore power to the majority of customers. However, 336 customers will remain without power until a tree crew can clear the obstruction and we can make repairs. We hope to have this done by 6 a.m., barring any unforeseen problems.
At this time, a total 0f 422 customers are still without power following this evening’s storms. Our crews will keep working through the night to restore power. We will provide a progress update in the morning.
11 p.m. Saunders County customers impacted by the downed power line have power once again as of 10:50 p.m. Our crews continue work to restore power to 610 customers in other areas following this evening’s storms.
9:53 p.m. Our troubleshooters found the cause of the outage in Saunders County to be a downed power line. Crews are making repairs and hope to have power restored by 1 a.m., barring any unforeseen issues.
9:05 p.m. A circuit outage has left 2,020 customers in Douglas and Sarpy Counties without power. It began at 8:48 p.m., impacting the area between P St. and Chandler Rd., from 30th St. to the Missouri River. We have dispatched troubleshooters to investigate but do not yet have a cause or estimated restoration time. We will post updates as we learn more.
8:50 p.m. A circuit lockout in Saunders County has left 191 customers without power. They are between County Rd. E and County Rd. B, from County Rd. 4 and County Rd. 13. OPPD troubleshooters are investigating the specific cause. As of now, they do not have an estimated restoration time.
6:30 p.m. Stormy weather is beginning to cause a few dozen scattered power outages in Douglas and Sarpy Counties. We want to remind our customers that if you experience an outage, please remember to report it online, via the OPPDConnect app or by calling 1-800-554-OPPD (6773), so that we are aware and can respond.
3:15 p.m. – Meteorologists are warning of the chance for more strong storms this evening, with damaging winds and large hail possible within OPPD’s service territory. Between 7 p.m. and p.m. is when we are most at risk in our area, according to the National Weather Service out of Valley. Our crews are ready to respond should the weather result in power outages.
Click here for some ways you can prepare for the the posibility of service disruptions. If lose power, be sure to let us know so that we are aware and can respond. You can do that online, via the OPPDConnect app or by calling 1-800-554-OPPD (6773).
We also want to remind our customers of electrical dangers that can come with severe weather. If you should come across a downed power line, always assume it is LIVE, high-voltage and extremely dangerous. Stay far back (at least 30-feet) and call OPPD at the above number or 911 to report the hazard. If possible, from a safe distance, try to help warn others who may be approaching those downed lines until our crews can de-energize them and secure the erea.
Also, with the flooding our area has experienced, it’s important to remember the dangers of standing water in your home. Flooded basements could put you at risk of electrical shocks. We have tips to help you stay safe here.
Any time strong winds are in the forecast, it’s a good idea to secure any loose patio furniture or other outdoor items, such as trampolines. These things can pose hazards to people or property in the area, and they can get caught up in power lines, causing outages.
Should outages arise this evening, we will post updates here.
Below, sorm clouds were spotted on the horizon from I-680 & Pacific St. this afternoon.