A dangerous blizzard is battering the northern Delmarva Peninsula tonight, with the National Weather Service issuing an extreme-level warning that remains in effect until 6 PM Monday.
The major winter storm is expected to dump an additional 8 to 12 inches of heavy, wet snow across New Castle and Kent Counties in Delaware, plus Caroline, Queen Anne’s, and Talbot Counties in Maryland. Snow is falling at rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour, with some areas potentially seeing more than 2 inches per hour overnight.
Winds gusting up to 45 mph are creating blizzard conditions with significantly reduced visibility from blowing snow. The heavy, wet snow is already sticking to trees and power lines, causing scattered tree damage and power outages across the region.
Officials are urging residents to restrict travel to emergencies only, as conditions will remain hazardous through both Monday morning and evening commutes. Record-breaking snowfall totals are possible in some areas.
If you must travel, carry a winter survival kit and stay with your vehicle if stranded. For the latest road conditions, dial 511.
Stay with TV Delmarva for continued weather updates as this historic storm continues to impact our region.
