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Staying Prepared In Sussex Co. During The ’22 Atlantic Hurricane Season
As Atlantic Hurricane Season Begins, Marylanders Are Reminded: “Know Your Zone”
June 1st marks the beginning of the 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season. The Maryland Department of Emergency Management reminds Marylanders as well as visitors to be aware of evacuation routes and to have an emergency plan and kit available. “Hurricane Ida taught us yet again that you don’t need to live in a coastal community to…
Read MoreTropical Weather Moves In On Delmarva Wed.
The effects of Ida, now a tropical depression, may be felt across our region starting late Wednesday. According to AccuWeather, skies will be mostly cloudy Wednesday, and a shower or thunderstorm may develop especially in the afternoon. Wednesday night, showers and a thunderstorm associated with Ida could lead to flooding. There also could be a…
Read MoreAtlantic Hurricane Season Begins – Preparation Advice
The six-month Atlantic Hurricane Season is underway, and visitors and locals in Sussex County are urged to be prepared. CLICK HERE FOR THE WGMD STORM CENTER’S PREPARATION ADVICE, HURRICANE TRACKING MAP AND MORE Last summer was the most active on record, with 30 named storms and 14 hurricanes, six of which became major. This year…
Read MoreNOAA Predicts Near Average 2019 Hurricane Season
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration held a press conference at Reagan National Airport on Thursday to announce it’s predictions for the 2019 Atlantic Hurricane Season. NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center says El Nino and warmer than average Atlantic Ocean temperatures will shape this season’s storm intensity. Forecasters predict a range of 9 to 15 named…
Read MoreGovernor Carney Seeks Nominees for Seat on Mid-Atlantic Fisheries Management Council
Delaware Governor John Carney is seeking applications from the public to fill Delaware’s sole seat on the Mid-Atlantic Fisheries Management Council (MAFMC), a regional council operated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) that manages fish and shellfish populations along the coast. The Governor’s office is seeking individuals who are Delaware residents and have…
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