The City of North Platte advises all citizens that for the next 48 hours the possibility of electrical rolling blackouts exists. These blackout periods could last anywhere from 30 to 90 minutes. The highest probability of these blackouts is from 5 p.m. through 10 a.m. each day but they could happen anytime.

Neither NPPD, the cities power supplier, nor the City of North Platte is given more than a few minutes advance notice of these blackout periods so businesses and residences are asked to take the following steps to be prepared for these possibilities:

News Release City of North PlatteThe City of North Platte advises all citizens that for the next 48 hours the possibility of electrical rolling blackouts exists. These blackout periods could last anywhere from 30 to 90 minutes. The highest probability of these blackouts is from 5 p.m. through 10 a.m. each day but they could happen anytime.Neither NPPD, the cities power supplier, nor the City of North Platte is given more than a few minutes advance notice of these blackout periods so businesses and residences are asked to take the following steps to be prepared for these possibilities:<ul>
 <li>Close shades and blinds.</li><li>Take steps to minimize drafts and heat loss</li><li>Turn off and un-plug non-essential lights and appliances.</li><li>Close the fireplace damper when not in use.</li><li>Business should minimize the use of electric lighting and electricity-consuming equipment as much as possible.</li><li>Do not connect a generator to your home’s electrical system. Consult a licensed electrician.</li><li>Do not use any grilling equipment for heat indoors</li><li>Have flashlights and batteries in working condition</li><li>Keep cell phones charged</li><li>Keep a trickle of water running in piping that is susceptible to freezing or in lines close to exterior walls</li>
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City: Rolling blackouts possible for North Platte next 48 hours