🌩️ There is a chance of some thunderstorms and lightning today. Did you know that lightning strikes the U.S. around 25 million times a year? Stay safe and remember, when thunder roars go indoors! #SafetyFirst #LightningAwareness ⚡

Traveling in the U.S. this summer? 🌞

Follow the emergency management agency of the state you're visiting for timely safety info:

🏈 Alabama: Alabama EMA
🐻 Alaska: Alaska DHS&EM
🌵 Arizona: Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs
⛺ Arkansas: ADEM
🏄‍♀️ California: California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
🏔 Colorado:

🚨 Hey Delaware residents! Don't wait until it's too late to stay informed during emergencies. The Delaware Emergency Notification System (DENS) is here to keep you safe and in the know. Signing up is quick and easy at de.gov/dens! #StaySafeDE 📱🔊

📣 Are you prepared for a disaster? Join us for a FREE seminar on May 23, 2024 from 9:00am-11:30am to learn how to protect your business and family. We'll cover community support, SBA loans, and more! Register today at bit.ly/44Q0D5i #DisasterRecoverySeminar

NWS Alert> Patchy Dense Fog has Developed Across The Region, Reducing Visibilities As Low As 1/2 Mile or Less At Times. Be Prepared for Rapid Changes In Visibility Over Short Distances & Leave Extra Space Between You & The Vehicle In... #dewx simpleweatheralert.com/cgi-bin/weathe…

Floods: Are You Prepared? ⚠️ Delaware Governor John Carney has declared the week of May 20 through 24, 2024 as Flood Awareness Week in Delaware.

Take our quiz and find out just how ready you are: delawarednrec.outgrow.us/floodawareness…

📸: Bowers Beach, April 4, 2024

Looks like the weather is heating up! ☀️ Don't forget to stay cool and protect yourself from the heat. Drink plenty of water, wear light clothing and sunscreen, and find some shade when you can. Let's make the most of this sunshine! #StayCool #PrepareDE 🌞

NWS Alert> Patchy Dense Fog has Developed Across The Region. Early Morning Motorists Should Be Prepared for Rapid Drops In Visibility Over Short Distances When Driving Around The Region. Fog Should Break Up Toward Mid-morning. #dewx simpleweatheralert.com/cgi-bin/weathe…

Today we honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Their dedication to keeping our communities safe will never be forgotten. Let's remember and pay tribute to these heroes on Peace Officer Memorial Day. 🕊️🚔 #PeaceOfficerMemorialDay

Potential for rain in the forecast for the next couple of days. However, sunshine is expected by Friday! Remember, with heavy rain comes hazards. Avoid driving through standing water and regularly check your sump pump if you have a basement to prevent flooding. ☔️🌧️

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Emotional distress can happen BEFORE or AFTER a disaster. Finding healthy ways to cope is essential: eat and sleep well, exercise, meditate, be social, and limit media. The National Disaster Distress Helpline is 1-800-985-5990. #TaketheMoment

NWS Alert> Severe Thunderstorm Over Georgetown Moving SE At 20 MPH. 60 MPH Wind Gusts, Large Hail. Minor Damage to Vehicles is Possible. Wind Damage to Roofs, Siding, Trees & Power Lines is Possible. Locations Impacted Include Georgetown. #dewx simpleweatheralert.com/cgi-bin/weathe…

NWS Alert> Severe Thunderstorm Near Ellendale or Near Georgetown Moving SE At 15 MPH. 60 MPH Wind Gusts, Large Hail. Minor Damage to Vehicles is Possible. Wind Damage to Roofs, Siding, Trees & Power Lines is Possible. Locations Impacted... #dewx simpleweatheralert.com/cgi-bin/weathe…

NWS Alert> Severe Thunderstorm Near Bridgeville or 12 Miles NW of Georgetown Moving SE At 15 MPH. 60 MPH Wind Gusts, Large Hail. Minor Damage to Vehicles is Possible. Wind Damage to Roofs, Siding, Trees & Power Lines is Possible. Locati... #dewx simpleweatheralert.com/cgi-bin/weathe…

NWS Alert> Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect in Sussex County until 2:45 PM #dewx simpleweatheralert.com/cgi-bin/weathe…

DEMA ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Sussex County in DE until 2:45pm. Go to weather.gov/phi for more. #dewx

NWS Alert> Showers & Thunderstorms will Move Over The E Shore of Maryland & Delaware This Afternoon. Pea to Dime Sized Hail is Possible with Any Stronger Storms As Well As Brief Gusty Winds Up to 30 MPH. Seek Sturdy Shelter If You Hear... #dewx simpleweatheralert.com/cgi-bin/weathe…

NWS Alert> Updated: Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect in Inland Sussex and Delaware Beaches until 9 AM #dewx simpleweatheralert.com/cgi-bin/weathe…

NWS Alert> Updated: Coastal Flood Advisory in effect from 1 AM in In Delaware, New Castle. In New Jersey, Salem #dewx simpleweatheralert.com/cgi-bin/weathe…

NWS Alert> Coastal Flood Advisory in effect from 10 PM in In Delaware, Kent, Inland Sussex and Delaware Beaches. In New Jersey, Cumberland #dewx simpleweatheralert.com/cgi-bin/weathe…