Peregrine falcons use speed to feed
The avian equivalent of a fighter jet, peregrine falcons are the fastest members of the animal kingdom. When they dive to capture their prey, they can reach speeds of over 200 mph.
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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Tips
Simple tips for a safe, healthy home
These simple steps can help you prevent or address safety hazards in your home; make them a part of your routine home maintenance.
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How Does That Work?
What’s a ground fault circuit interrupter?
These are common sights in your home, and they perform an important function by preventing shock from electricity.
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General
Fleet technicians help prepare OPPD vehicles for duty
Fleet technicians need technical minds and problem-solving skills, among other attributes, to prepare, repair and maintain OPPD's fleet.
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General
A great year for the ospreys of OPPD
The osprey chicks at Fort Calhoun Station will take flight soon, and this year we have osprey chicks at North Omaha Station, as well.
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Electricity 101
Electricity 101: Powering your home
In this week's episode, we discuss the final step in delivering electricity to your home.
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General
What OPPD’s new smart meters will mean for you
Once your smart meter is installed, you will no longer need to report outages. The new meters – which use safe, tested technology – will provide more precise outage information and will provide it more quickly.
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Electricity 101
Electricity 101: The right voltage for your home
Electricity passes through multiple transformers before it enters your home. The final transformer lowers the voltage one last time to a level appropriate for your appliances, devices and more.
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