National Preparedness Month Observed with Family Emergency Preparedness fest

Jake's Burgers and Wawa Markets are on board for Family Emergency Preparedness Day set for September 12.

Family Emergency Preparedness Day

Family Emergency Preparedness Day set for September 12. After being stormed out by Tropical Storm Hanna in 2008, Family Emergency Preparedness Day is back, bigger than ever.

Re-naming of State Emergency Operations Center

Re-naming of the State Emergency Operations Center to honor the memory of former DEMA Director, the late John P. "Sean" Mulhern on Wednesday, July 22, 2009

DELAWARE TESTS EMERGENCY SIRENS

A test of the Salem-Hope Creek Generating Stations Alert and Notification System will be conducted by the Delaware Emergency Management Agency and the Delaware State Police on Tuesday, July 14, 2009, between 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.

Winter Storm Information - March 2, 2009

Vehicle Restrictions have been issued for the Chesapeake Bay Bridge due to high winds, as well as safety precautions are urged in the Delmarva Region as cold temperatures and dangerous wind chills are forecast to continue through tomorrow.

State, County Offices Close March 2, 2009

All Delaware state offices and county offices in all three counties and the City of Wilmington offices are closed for the day on Monday, March 2. State officials and those of the counties and several municipalities chose to close offices rather than have employees driving into work while snow was still falling.

Winter Safety Tips to Pass On

With snow predicted to continue throughout the area until midday or early afternoon, a Winter Storm Warning is currently in effect until 2 p.m. Monday.

Timely Winter Weather Tips from DEMA!

Prepare a Winter Storm Plan! Have extra blankets on hand.
Ensure that each member of your household has a warm coat, gloves or mittens, hat, and water-resistant boots.

WINTER STORM SAFETY TIPS - AS SNOW, SLEET SUBSIDE, CAUTIOUS DRIVING IMPORTANT

With the first significant snow fall of the new year lightly coating most of the state, Delaware residents
will be spared the worst of snow-covered roads and drifts across their driveways. However, the probability of sleet and freezing rain in the evening hours is plenty of reason to exercise caution, and when possible, limit driving.

PRECAUTIONS URGED DURING SEVERE COLD WEATHER

With severe cold weather predicted to grip the northeast for several days, the public is urged to
take all precautions when venturing outdoors. Many outdoor activities are scheduled for the weekend and
early next week while the temperatures are not expected to go above freezing and may remain in the
teens and low 20s.

DELAWARE TESTS EMERGENCY SIRENS

A test of the Salem-Hope Creek Generating Stations Alert and Notification System will
be conducted by the Delaware Emergency Management Agency and the Delaware State
Police on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

PREPAREDNESS: AN EASY NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION TO KEEP

If New Year’s resolutions like dieting, exercising and organizing your closets have already fallen
by the wayside, pick something that is less challenging and can be rewarding all year long. You and your
family can update or initiate your own emergency preparedness plan, build your own supply kit and be
ready for winter storms, spring nor’easters or summer power outages.

MAKE SAFETY AND PREPAREDNESS A HOLIDAY TRADITION

If you’re burned out from buying shirts and ties, fuzzy slippers and the Wii of the day , gift-giving can still be exciting and families can start a tradition of holiday and year ‘round safety and preparedness.

STATE LAUNCHES DISASTER PREPAREDNESS VIDEO PROGRAM SEPT. 23

The Disaster Preparedness Video is being introduced to the state through the School Resource Officers and Youth Aid Officers. It will be available to the public through libraries and other community resources and on line at www.delawarecitzencorps.org and school websites

TROPICAL STORM WARNING IN PLACE AS HANNA APPROACHES

The entire state of Delaware remains under a Tropical Storm Warning and Flood Watch as Hanna moves up the eastern seaboard. The state is expected to see the effects of the storm by 5 or 6 a.m. Saturday as rain bands lead increasing winds. The storm is predicted to be approximately a 12-hour event over the length of the state.

PREPAREDNESS IMPORTANT AS HANNA APPROACHES

As the 2008 hurricane season continues, Tropical Storm Hanna is the eighth named storm and the
first to impose a potential threat to Delaware. Emergency Management officials encourage the public to
use the time before the storm reaches the Delmarva to review their emergency plans and supplies.

SNOW AND ICE PREDICTED FOR FRIDAY COMMUTERS

A winter storm is predicted to bring snow and mixed wintry precipitation to Delaware starting in the early hours of Friday and continuing throughout the day. The National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory that is currently in effect from 1 a.m., Friday, until 1 a.m., Saturday, in New Castle County.

DELAWARE TO DISTRIBUTE POTASSIUM IODIDE TABLETS SEPT. 13 AT TOWNSEND FIRE COMPANY

The Delaware Emergency Management Agency and the Delaware Division of Public Health will conduct distribution of potassium iodide (KI) tablets, free of charge, on Thursday, Sept. 13, to Delaware residents in the area who live within 10 miles of the Salem/Hope Creek Nuclear Generating Stations.

DEMA RADIOLOGICAL PROGRAM TESTS RIVER ALERTING AUGUST 29

On Wednesday, August 29, an exercise will test the Delaware River alerting system developed tonotify boaters in the event of an emergency at the PSEG Salem and Hope Creek Nuclear Genereating Stations.

3RD ANNUAL FAMILY EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS DAY

With hurricane season blowing into full swing, Delaware jump-starts National Preparedness Month with the 3rd Annual Family Emergency Preparedness Day, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM, Saturday, August 25, at Delaware Tech College, Owens Campus in Georgetown.

COASTAL FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES DELAWARE OFFICIALS ENCOURAGE CAUTION

The storm system that moved up from the south blew into Delaware later than anticipated, but Delaware emergency management officials and responders continue to monitor it as it brings rain and winds across much of the Delmarva peninsula.

COASTAL FLOOD WARNING ISSUED DELAWARE OFFICIALS WATCH WEEKEND WEATHER

Delaware emergency management officials and responders are closely monitoring a major storm system that is moving across the south toward the southeast and mid-Atlantic.

DELAWARE TESTS EMGERGENCY SIRENS

A test of the Salem-Hope Creek Generating Stations Alert and Notification System will be conducted on Tuesday, April 10, 2007, between 6 - 8 p.m.

February14,2007

SAFETY EMPHASIZED AS TEMPERATURES PLUNGE

This is more of the same, but emergency management officials and responders really appreciate it if media outlets can continue to remind listeners, viewers and readers to practice safety during these periods of extremely low temperatures, especially if winter storms lead to power outages.

SAFETY TIPS IN CASE OF POWER OUTAGE

Media outlets are asked to remind listeners, viewers and readers to practice safety if winter storms lead to power outages. With the potential for icing on roads, trees and utility lines in some parts of Delaware, residents and businesses need to be prepared for survival without electricity for a few hours to a few days.

WINTER WEATHER PREPAREDNESS REMINDERS FOR THE PUBLIC

With a mixed bag of winter weather upon Delaware now, Delaware Emergency Management Agency asks that media outlets continue to help to keep the public updated on conditions and reminded of basic safety and preparedness actions.

SNOW ACROSS DELMARVA BRINGS NEED FOR CAUTION

With the first significant snowfall in Delaware causing some cancellations and travel delays, Delaware Emergency Management officials urge the public to use caution in driving and working outdoors.

IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO RESOLVE TO BE READY

For those who are challenged by making and keeping New Year's resolutions, the emergency management community has a recomendation.

PLAN NOW FOR WINTER COASTAL STORMS AND FLOODING

Delaware’s hurricane season may have ended Nov. 30, but the threat of coastal storms and flooding is a year round issue.

MAKE SAFETY AND PREPAREDNESS A HOLIDAY TRADITION

" With a departure from neck ties, sweaters and PlayStations, gift-giving can still be fun and families can start a tradition of holiday and year ‘round safety and preparedness. "

DELAWARE TO DISTRIBUTE POTASSIUM IODIDE TABLETS OCT. 11 & 26

"The Delaware Emergency Management Agency and the Delaware Division of Public Health will conduct distribution of potassium iodide (KI) tablets in October to Delaware residents who live within 10 miles of the Salem-Hope Creek Generating Stations."

DELAWARE TESTS ALL NEW EPZ SIRENS SEPT. 27, 29

"On Wednesday, Sept. 27, the Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA), along with PSEG Nuclear, will conduct a siren test of all 37 emergency sirens included in the new state-of-the-art siren system that is within 10-miles of the Salem-Hope Creek Generating Station in New Jersey."

STATE CLEANS UP AS ERNESTO EXITS

"As the remnants of Tropical Storm Ernesto leaves Delaware, emergency management agencies and responders throughout the state are relieved to have no fatalities or injuries reported and fewer cases of property damage than experienced in neighboring states."

Motorists Urged to Drive Cautiously as Ernesto Approaches

"Dover- The heavy rains predicted to fall on Delaware Friday evening into Saturday morning as Tropical Storm Ernesto approaches can make for hazardous driving conditions. That’s why the Delaware Office of Highway Safety is urging motorists to use caution while driving on First State roadways during this time."

DEMA WARNS OF POTENTIAL HEAVY RAINS AS ERNESTO MOVES NORTH

"As a down-graded Tropical Storm Ernest moves north and west, Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) officials remind residents and businesses to consider safety and preparedness measures in case of heavy rains and possible flooding. The public should also be aware of the potential for isolated tornadoes spawned by tropical storm conditions."

EVACUATION ORDER TERMINATED FOLLOWING ASSESSMENT OF DOW REICHHOLD PLANT STATUS

"The evacuation order for the area within a 1,500-foot radius of the Dow Reichhold Specialty Latex Plant located at 144 Fork Branch Road in north Dover has been terminated. Those who evacuated the area may return to their homes. Businesses that closed as a result of a styrene leak at the plant may reopen immediately, and any area school classes or church services may be conducted as scheduled on Sunday, August 27."

August 26, 2006

DELAWARE NOTIFICATION SYSTEM MESSAGE ADVISES PUBLIC OF REICHHOLD UPDATE

"A Delaware Emergency Notification System safety message was recently issued to advise the public of the status of the chemical release incident at Dow Reichhold Specialty Plant located at 144 Fork Branch Road north of Dover. Based on current monitoring at Dow Reichhold, incident specialists, Kent County and the State of Delaware have determined that there are no conditions that would cause adverse health effects at this time."

August 26, 2006

Notice of Mandatory Evacuation Adjacent to Dow Reichhold Plant

"An evacuation order has been issued by Kent County, Delaware Emergency Management Agency, and local emergency response officials for an area within a 1,500-foot radius of the Dow Reichhold Specialty Latex Plant located at 144 Fork Branch Road in north Dover."

August 23, 2006

2nd ANNUAL FAMILY EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS DAY SEPT. 9

"Delaware Family Emergency Preparedness Day is hosted by Wilmington Citizen Corps Council. Co-sponsors include the Department of Safety and Homeland Security, Delaware Emergency Management Agency, Delaware Council of Citizen Corps, City of Wilmington Office of Emergency Management, New Castle County Office of Emergency Management, the American Red Cross of Delmarva and the Department of Health and Social Services."

DELAWARE TESTS ALL EPZ EMGERGENCY SIRENS AUGUST 21

"The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA), along with PSEG Nuclear, will conduct a siren test of all 37 emergency sirens included in the new state-of-the-art siren system that is within 10-miles of the Salem-Hope Creek Generating Station on Monday, August 21. In addition to sounding of the sirens in the Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ), an Emergency Alert System (EAS) notice will be broadcast on local media."

DELAWARE TESTS ALL EPZ EMGERGENCY SIRENS AUGUST 14

"The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA), along with PSEG Nuclear, will conduct a siren test of all 37 emergency sirens included in the new state-of-the-art siren system that is within 10-miles of the Salem-Hope Creek Generating Station. In addition to sounding of the sirens in the Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ), an Emergency Alert System (EAS) notice will be broadcast on local media. The testing is weather dependent."

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