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Power outage in Orchard, Nebraska? Contact your local utility company.
Nebraska Public Power District
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Elkhorn Rural Public Pwr Dist
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(800) 675-2185
North Central Public Pwr Dist
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(888) 358-5112
City of Neligh, NE
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(402) 887-4066
Western Area Power Administration
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(720) 962-7000
Orchard Power Outages Caused by Weather
Events
June 18, 2009 - Thunderstorm Wind
Thunderstorm wind gusts estimated at 60 mph knocked the power out in Orchard and flipped a center pivot 3 miles east of town.
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July 20, 2008 - Thunderstorm Wind
Thunderstorm winds estimated at 60 to 70 mph knocked over or split several large trees and downed numerous tree limbs in the Orchard area. A few power lines were also downed and some roof damage was noted. West of town two grain bins were blown 500 feet battered and crumpled.
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Power Outage FAQs
What is Power Outage?
Power outage (also called a power cut, a power blackout, power failure or a blackout) is a short-term or a long-term loss of the electric power to a particular area.
What Causes Power Outages?
- Severe weather (high winds, lightning, winter storms, heat waves, rain or flooding can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
- Other damage to electric transmission lines (vehicle accidents, trees, and animals can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
- Repairing, maintenance or upgrades on power lines and equipment.
What are the Top Outage Safety Tips?
- Stay away from the downed power lines, park vehicles in protected areas;
- Unplug appliances and electronics, limit cell phone use to conserve battery life;
- Use portable generators outdoors only, well away from open windows and doors;
- Pack perishable foods into a cooler, keep refrigerator and freezer doors shut as much as possible.
Orchard, Nebraska
City | Orchard |
County | Antelope |
State | Nebraska (NE) |
Country | United States |
Zip Codes | 68764 |
Tree and power lines reported down in Orchard.