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
Tips for helping children cope with storms [Video]
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.
Tree programs land OPPD Tree Line USA Utility award
Pursuit of practices that protect and enhance America’s urban trees lands OPPD 16th consecutive Tree Line USA Utility award.
Why these six tornado myths are just plain wrong, and dangerous
Let’s say this one more time: You cannot outrun a tornado in your car. Refresh your memory with facts about this and five other tornado myths in this list.
Severe weather facts to make your head spin [Infographic]
Did you know there were 63 tornadoes in Nebraska last year? As part of Severe Weather Awareness Week, we’ve compiled some of the most interesting facts about the state’s severe weather.
6 tips to help you relax while on vacation
Vacations are a time to relax and have fun, but before you leave, make sure you are properly prepared for whatever may come your way. A little planning upfront will help you and your family stay safe.
After a storm, stay away from fallen wires
Storms can cause a lot of disruption, from fallen trees to downed power lines. Follow these tips to report a power outage, stay safe around live wires, and clean up after the damage.
Facts about residential service connections
Facts about residential service connections from OPPD