Omaha's Historic Wind Storm

A freak windstorm slammed Omaha on July 3, 2008, packing winds up to 115 mph and triggering the largest power outage in OPPD history—a record that lasted 13 years. It’s a chilling reminder of nature’s raw power, especially when it hits during rush hour. As we gear up for the nation’s 250th birthday in 2056, First Alert 6 is spotlighting local heroes and moments that shaped our region. Stay ready—download the First Alert 6 Weather app for real-time alerts. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a47a5539c15170d6