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This is the official OPPD Twitter account for storm outages.

Omaha, NE
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3 years
OPPD is proud to report that all storm-related outages have been restored. -
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3 years
Outages reduced by nearly half as crews push forward with restoration with help from fellow utilities -
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3 years
All of our crews, in addition to mutual aid crews, are working to restore power after one of the most severe storms we've seen in recent history. Restoring your power as quickly and safely as possible is our top priority and we'll work around the clock until that's been done.
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3 years
OPPD has restored power to two-thirds of customers impacted by overnight storms. Work will continue 24-7 until all are back online..-
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7 years
Thank you for your patience while we work to restore power. This storm ranks #4 in the top 10 storms in history.
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5 months
Due to the dangerously cold temperatures throughout our service territory and region, we're recommending that our customers conserve energy today and for the next several days to help keep our systems and your homes and businesses safe and energized.
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3 years
Outage numbers drop to approximately 56,000 as work continues amid complex work around trees tangled in lines -
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3 years
OPPD crews, mutual aid partners, continue working to restore power to 65,000; more than 120,000 have had power restored -
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3 years
We are not letting up on restoration efforts. There are currently 178 crews consisting of 539 personnel working to restore power. Today, crews are encountering areas w/ dense vegetation tangled in our power lines. We must remove vegetation before restoration work can continue.
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4 years
OPPD has called upon additional crews to respond to widespread power outages due to strong straight line winds throughout our service territory -
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3 years
OPPD crews are working as quickly & safely as possible to restore power to those affected by the overnight storms. We understand how frustrating this situation can be & we appreciate your patience during restoration efforts. Here's a look at the steps we take to restore power.
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3 years
Tuesday morning's controlled outage directive has ended. -
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3 years
OPPD crews assembling to address widespread outages after severe storms; be cautious of debris and possible downed lines -
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3 years
Here are some pictures of crews working to repair distribution lines in Plattsmouth, NE. Repairing main distribution lines can help restore service to multiple customers.
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1 month
After a damaging round of storms in the OPPD service territory, there are still 7,600 customers still without power. We're partnering with emergency management agencies and first responders to assist where needed to clear debris and downed power lines.
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8 days
OPPD crews restored power to more customers overnight. This morning, about 250 customers are still without power. Our repair work, including the replacement of power poles, continues today. Please know our crews are working as quickly & safely as possible to bring service back.
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1 year
@Jordan2706 @omaha_scanner Our crews will work as quickly and safely as possible to get your power restored. Please make sure to report your outage at or on the OPPDconnect app. Thank you.
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3 years
OPPD estimates 85% of customers may be restored by midnight Sunday; more information to come Monday -
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1 month
OPPD crews and mutual aid crews from @NPPDnews worked through the night, and just over 1,800 customers are still without power. We’re here to support our customers through this difficult time, and we appreciate your patience as we work to restore power.
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3 years
Power restored to more than 60,000 customers as work continues; customers reminded to be mindful of downed power lines -
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5 months
We are asking all OPPD customers, residential & commercial, to take simple steps to conserve energy today & tomorrow (Jan. 14-15) due to frigid temps causing an increased demand for electricity. These steps, when multiplied, can greatly reduce the demand and strain on the system.
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7 years
Huge thanks to our mutual aid partners, Loup River PPD-Southern Power-NPPD-LES-Ward Electric-Watt Electric-Sparks-LE Meyer-PAR Electric
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3 years
With extensive and complex damage, some outages could extend for multiple days; numbers down to 137,000 -
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2 years
With severe storms possible this evening, it's important to make sure you are ready in the event of a power outage. Here are some tips to help you prepare. ✔️
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7 days
OPPD is responding to thousands of power outages across our service territory as storms bringing high winds moves through our area. -
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3 years
Customers reminded to use generators safely amid outages, which have dropped to 110,000 -
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1 month
After days of intense work, we're pleased to report that we've restored power to all customers whose homes or businesses can receive service. For those with major property damage, please contact us at 402-536-4131 to discuss your service and next steps.
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3 years
A bull snake caused this morning's power outage in Papillion and Southwest Omaha; power was fully restored just before 11 a.m. -
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3 years
OPPD leaders are holding a press conference for the media at 4 p.m. today to discuss the storm outages. A livestream link to the event can be found on the homepage of .
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2 years
We still have about 500 customers in the dark following tonight's storms, and our crews are working diligently to restore power to all -
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3 years
With daylight approaching, OPPD crews will be able to assess widespread damage from overnight storms; 177,000 without power -
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3 years
More than 500 line personnel are working on remaining outages, numbering 63,000 -
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3 years
You may see workers in their trucks or standing by–it may not look like they are actively working, but please know they ARE. Some tasks involve awaiting electrification or testing power quality that are not as visible as a worker in a bucket truck. This is part of the process.
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2 years
If you should experience a power outage, please be sure & report it so it is tracked in our outage reporting system. Our social channels are not connected to the system so if you tell us on here, your home may be missed. Please use one of these methods to report your outage 👇
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3 years
Outages fall to 13,000 after crews work through the night; significant damage seen to individual customer electrical equipment -
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2 years
Two-vehicle accident has brought down power poles and lines in central Omaha. More than 2,100 customers without power as OPPD personnel are on site. -
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3 years
OPPD crews & mutual aid partners are continuing restoration efforts for 65,000 customers still without power. Here is an example of a downed power line. Please remember that if you encounter a downed line DO NOT approach it. Always treat a downed line as if it is energized.
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2 years
Outage in Elkhorn area as New Year's Day snowstorm dropping accumulating snow in OPPD service territory. -
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1 month
Strong thunderstorms with hail and possible tornadoes are forecasted tonight and tomorrow morning for the OPPD service territory. ⚠️ If you lose power, report it in one of the following ways: 📞 1-800-554-6773 📲 OPPDconnect app 💻
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3 years
Approximately 85,000 customers remain without power as OPPD's restoration work continues.-
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3 years
Army workers in the field grows to more than 800 to address complex outage restoration moving into back yards -
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6 years
Please treat all downed power lines as if they are live and high voltage. Stay away from them, and report them immediately to OPPD at 1-800-554-6773 or call 911.
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3 years
OPPD crews and mutual aid partners continue work to clear trees and repair damaged equipment following strong overnight storms.-
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1 month
Please remember, it is critical that our crews and all emergency personnel maintain their focus when it comes to storm and outage restoration for their safety and the safety of the public. We ask that you not approach them if you see them making repairs. ⚠️⚠️
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2 years
Severe weather hitting much of area tonight, about 1,800 without power in Midtown Omaha -
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3 years
With extensive and complex damage, some outages could extend for multiple days; numbers down to 170,000 -
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11 months
Restoration efforts continue this evening; 3,341 customers remain without power. -
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3 years
With 7,300 without power, OPPD is on track to reach goal of 96.3% restoration by midnight, possibly surpassing it -
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3 years
Outages drop to 28,000; restoration effort will continue overnight -
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24 days
With severe weather heading our way, we want you to be prepared in the event of a power outage. If your power goes out, please report it in one of the following ways: 📞 Call 1-800-554-6773 🌐 Go online to 📲 Use the OPPDconnect app
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3 years
If you have to venture out, you may encounter traffic lights that are out due to the storm. Please be cautious while driving and treat all dark or flashing traffic lights as four-way stop signs. Here is a graphic that breaks down the rules.
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9 days
OPPD is working to restore power to the 665 remaining customers still affected by this morning's storms. Unfortunately, a new outage just before 5 p.m. is affecting another 3,088 customers.
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15 days
OPPD restored power to more than 2,100 customers; crews continue work to restore others impacted by storms this evening -
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3 years
We are working to restore power as quickly and safely as possible. Remember to keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed to help preserve food.
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5 months
@Isaiah_J3tLife OPPD is asking all customers, including businesses, to conserve energy due to the extreme cold temperatures causing an increased demand for electricity.
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3 years
Outage numbers fall to 1,600; OPPD to continue contacting affected customers -
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9 days
OPPD has continued to make good progress on power restoration work. Currently, fewer than 400 customers remain without power as a result of this morning's storms. Our work continues
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2 years
If you are experiencing a power outage, please be sure & report it so it is tracked in our outage reporting system. Our social channels are not connected to the system so if you tell us on here, your home may be missed. Please use one of these methods to report your outage. 👇
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7 years
Outage update can be found on . Additional crews have been deployed & are working to restore power.
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3 years
Thank you for your patience as we continue restoration efforts. Depending on the damage at your home, you may need to contact an electrician to make repairs. Here's what you should know regarding damage repair responsibility. ⬇️ For further details, visit
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18 days
Power has been restored to most customers in Central Omaha; more repairs are needed to bring power back to 162 customers still out -
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3 years
Remaining outages fall considerably to 500, but crews continue to work diligently toward complete restoration -
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3 years
Outages drop to 19,000; OPPD suspending disconnects for non payment until July 26 -
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7 years
Outage numbers slowly trending down. OPPD & mutual aid crews have replaced some 400 poles after Friday's storm.
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5 months
@CaitlinHarveyWX Currently, rolling outages are NOT planned. We are asking our customers to conserve to support the reliability of our local system and keep our local utility bills stable.
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3 years
Strong thunderstorms are possible Friday night, early Saturday -
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2 years
Galloping lines are the primary cause of today's power outages. When ice freezes on power lines, it forms a teardrop shape, which makes the line aerodynamic and prone to galloping with the wind.
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7 years
All circuits have been at least partially, if not fully, restored. Much work is left to do with distribution lines.
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3 years
@NWSOmaha @NWSOmaha at the peak, around 14,000 customers.
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3 years
Early morning storms causing outages in Omaha metro area -
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2 years
Here are some examples of damages we're seeing today as we respond to wind-related power outages. If you encounter a downed power line, DO NOT approach it. Always assume the line is energized and dangerous.
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3 years
OPPD crews & mutual aid partners are working hard to restore service to thousands of customers still without power. For everyone's safety, please do not approach crews. By resisting the urge to engage with them, you can help us get this work done as quickly & safely as possible.
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3 years
More than 1,600 customers are currently without power due to weather-related issues; OPPD is responding-
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3 years
Here are some examples of the extensive tree damage crews are facing with a majority of the remaining outages. Situations like these are not 1 to 2-hour restoration jobs. These jobs can take 4 to 5-hours and in certain situations, up to 10 hours.
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4 years
New post (120th & Center outage impacts 60, including Election Commission office) has been published on OPPD -
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8 months
About 1,000 customers are without power in southwest Omaha -
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15 days
Crews restored power to a circuit service more than 1,500 customers in north central Omaha that started before 5 p.m.; work to restore scattered outages caused by storms continues -
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3 years
OPPD sabe que esta interrupción prolongada ha sido difícil para muchos de nuestros clientes. A continuación, se muestra una lista de recursos disponibles para ayudarlo a reabastecer su refrigerador.
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7 years
Currently 51,995 customers are without power, down from 76,000. Find up-to-date info on
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11 months
A big THANK YOU to not only our crews but all our mutual aid partners who showed up to support us with restoration efforts. More than 100 crews, made up of OPPD and mutual aid folks, left their families to help us restore power to nearly 35,000 customers in our community.🙌🧡
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In the wake of last week's severe storms and tornadoes, we want to express our gratitude to local emergency response agencies, communication partners and @NWSOmaha . Their swift response and efforts to keep the public informed saved lives.
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27 days
Power has been restored to most customers affected by the outage in northeast Omaha.
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7 years
The number of outages is now down to 19,579. More crews are here to help from neighboring utilities.
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7 years
Most to be restored by Monday. About 1,500 may take until Wednesday. Updates and more info at .
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2 years
Outage numbers have dropped to below 8,500 as crews hit the ground early this morning for full day of restoration. -
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3 years
OPPD and other utilities ask customers to conserve energy now, as the bitter cold continues in our region. -
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7 years
As of 3:30 p.m. today, outage numbers had been reduced to just over 18,000. Latest update is here.
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15 days
Several thousand OPPD customers are without power as storms roll through; OPPD is responding -
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3 years
Thunderstorms, some with large hail and strong winds, are possible Friday night, Saturday morning. -
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4 years
Outages are down to 4,500 from a peak of 57,000 yesterday; restoration work continues -
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3 years
Outages fall to less than 200; customers still without power asked to report outages so they are not missed -
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4 years
Thunderstorms enter the service territory; 3,500 without power -
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