With Aug. 11 almost here, OPPD hopes this date on the calendar – 8/11 – serves as a reminder to call Nebraska 811 before starting a digging project. It’s the law, and it locates any underground utilities on your property.
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.
Winds, storms in the forecast, and they may cause power outages.
With severe weather, power outages are a distinct possibility. But we can take some simple steps ahead of time, to be better prepared.
It doesn’t take long to prepare your family for a disaster. We help you get started.
Snow, ice and wind can wreak havoc with power lines. If you encounter downed lines, your response is critical.
Stormy weather can be really scary for our four-legged friends. Help your pets cope with these tips from the Nebraska Humane Society.
Storms can be scary for grown-ups, so it’s no surprise they strike fear in our children. OPPD turned to a pediatrician for tips to help children cope with storms.
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.
Pursuit of practices that protect and enhance America’s urban trees lands OPPD 16th consecutive Tree Line USA Utility award.