City officials in Rehoboth Beach are urging residents to drastically reduce water consumption following an electrical outage that has knocked out power to the municipal wastewater treatment plant. Residents are being asked to avoid using toilets and minimize all water usage while repair teams work around the clock to restore electrical service and prevent potential system failures.
Meanwhile, Sussex County officials have implemented the most severe travel restriction, a Level 3 driving ban, advising all motorists to stay home and avoid roadways. Municipal work teams are deployed across Rehoboth Beach addressing storm-related damage and hazards.
City representatives say they will provide regular updates as weather conditions and infrastructure situations evolve, thanking the community for their understanding and cooperation during what officials describe as a highly destructive weather event.
