Power district says its Omaha coal plant poses no ‘significant’ health threat. That’s misleading, experts say

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By EHN CuratorsFeb 2, 2026, 2:43 pm274 ptsTop
Omaha Public Power District leaders cited a health study to claim their North Omaha, Nebraska coal plant poses no significant risk, but public health and environmental experts say the assessment was narrowly focused and mischaracterized.

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