Crews On Scene Of A Chemical Leak At Purdue Farms Processing Plant in Georgetown, DE

**Georgetown, DE – January 8, 2025** Emergency services are actively responding to a chemical leak at the Perdue Farms processing plant located at 20621 Savannah Road, Georgetown, Delaware. Crews from the Georgetown Fire Company, Georgetown EMS/Station 93, Sussex County Department of Public…

Another Winter Storm Moves Across The Nation From Texas Towards The Mid-Atlantic

🌨️ As the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions work towards recovery from the significant winter storm that recently impacted the area, we are bracing ourselves for another winter storm on the horizon! This time, the storm is coming from the Deep South, particularly…

Dangerous Cold Following Major Winter Storm: How To Prepare Ahead

With the recent snowstorm blanketing the region and extreme cold temperatures expected to follow, it’s crucial to take precautions to safeguard both your health and your home. Freezing temperatures can pose significant risks, from hypothermia and frostbite to frozen pipes that can…

Winter Storm Safety: Delaware State Police and DelDOT Issue Snow Safety Tips

Dover DE: As the snow continues to fall across Delaware, state officials are emphasizing safety measures for all residents. The Delaware State Police have issued a series of guidelines aimed at keeping motorists safe during the winter weather: DelDOT has expressed gratitude…

WINTER STORM EXPECTED FOR DELMARVA SUN-TUES / FIRST CALL FORECAST

*** WINTER STORM EXPECTED FOR DELMARVA SUN-TUES / FIRST CALL FORECAST *** Alright ladies and gentlemen, for what seems like a eternity, a winter storm storm has it’s eyes on areas of Delmarva later this weekend to the start of the new…

Critical Fire Danger Expected Across Mid-Atlantic as Red Flag Warning Remains in Effect

Mid-Atlantic states are under critical fire danger warnings today due to a rapid-moving shortwave and accompanying dry cold front. The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Delaware, with strong northwest winds, low…

Mid-Atlantic Region Fire and Drought Conditions: November Update

As October drew to a close, the Mid-Atlantic region, along with much of the Eastern U.S., grappled with significant fire potential, driven by an exceptionally dry autumn and widespread drought conditions. After a brief lull in September, fire activity surged in early…

Remembering Superstorm Sandy: 12 Years Since Devastation and Resilience in the Mid-Atlantic

Today marks the 12th anniversary of Superstorm Sandy, one of the most destructive and unique storms to ever impact the eastern United States. Known for its unparalleled size and intensity, Sandy left a trail of devastation, particularly in the Mid-Atlantic and Delmarva…

Delmarva’s Near-Record Dry Streak: Farmers, Firefighters, and Residents Hope for Relief Amid Uncertain Forecast

Georgetown’s 30-Day Rainfall Absence Marks Unprecedented Drought Conditions For 30 consecutive days, Georgetown and surrounding areas across Delmarva have gone without measurable rainfall, plunging the region into severe drought. The consequences of this prolonged dry spell are mounting rapidly: in just the…