Life & death decisions with downed power lines
Snow, ice and wind can wreak havoc with power lines. If you encounter downed lines, your response is critical.
Safety Tips
Take care when landscaping around padmount transformers
Don’t be to quick to camouflage that green metal box in your back yard. It’s an important part of your electric service. Here’s tips for where and what you should plant in these areas.
Tips for identifying, and protecting against, heat-related illnesses
After the record setting temps of Memorial Day weekend, be aware of the dangers of heat-related illnesses and follow these tips to recover from them. Just drinking water may not be enough.
Preventing shock in the water
Faulty wiring or the use of damaged cords and devices can electrify the water. Make sure your swimming area is safe.
How to provide calm for pets during stormy weather
Stormy weather can be really scary for our four-legged friends. Help your pets cope with these tips from the Nebraska Humane Society and the Department of Homeland Security.
Protect your trees
The emerald ash borer is threatening Nebraska’s ash trees. Nebraska’s community tree canopy has already taken a big hit, learn how to keep your trees safe.
Spring showers can bring severe weather
Spring means severe weather can pop up at any time. Brush up on your severe weather safety with these tips.
Staying safe, reconnecting power after the flood
Those impacted by flooding have a lot of questions right now. OPPD is here to help. As the water recedes, keeping our customers and communities safe remains a top priority.
Make a disaster preparation kit in just minutes
It doesn’t take long to prepare your family for a disaster. We help you get started.
Can you dig it? Better call Nebraska 811 first [Infographic]
Aug. 11 – also known as 8/11 – serves as a reminder to all OPPD customers to call Nebraska 811 before starting a digging project. It’s the law, and it locates any underground utilities on your property.