The NPPD mutual aid team that assisted in Georgia and Florida, (NPPD, Courtesy)
COLUMBUS — Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has received a national commendation from the American Public Power Association (APPA) for its mutual aid support in electric power restoration efforts in Orlando, Florida.
NPPD was recognized for its efforts in early October, when crews spent approximately two weeks traveling and providing mutual aid to restore power to residents in the area of Augusta, Georgia, and then Orlando, Florida following back-to-back hurricanes.
This was the final trip in what proved to be a busy year for NPPD mutual aid crews. Mutual aid was also provided three different times to Omaha Public Power District after several severe weather outbreaks impacted the Omaha area as well as to support restoration efforts in the panhandle following a severe storm.
“I’m incredibly proud and thankful for all our employees who stepped up to help, when people needed it most.” Said NPPD Distribution Manager Doug Klug. “We certainly don’t offer our assistance for the awards and accolades. We help out because that is what is right and what we’d hope others would do for us if we were in need. Regardless, NPPD is humbled and proud to receive this commendation.”
NPPD participates in both the American Public Power Association’s Mutual Aid Network and Midwest Mutual Assistance Group. These organizations coordinate with utilities and authorities across the country during widespread power outages.
