Posts Tagged ‘tips’
WINTER WEATHER PREPAREDNESS
Hurricane season is over, but this is the time of year that we see nor’easters and other winter storms that bring rain, wind, snow and ice. Delmarva is no stranger to winter storms – and has had some storms drop a LOT of snow. Like during the summer, you need to prepare your disaster kit…
Read MoreStaying Safe During Extreme Heat & Cooling Centers
COOLING CENTERS: STAYING SAFE IN EXTREME HEAT: The Division of Public Health (DPH) is asking Delaware residents to prepare for extreme heat this week and prevent heat-related illness as temperatures rise. On hot days and warm nights, our bodies have less chance to recover, placing everyone at risk for heat-related illness. When temperatures and humidity…
Read MoreRisk Of Cooking Fires Peaks At Thanksgiving
More cooking fires occur on Thanksgiving than just about any other day of the year. Mike Lowe with the Delaware State Fire School told WGMD News that the primary cause of kitchen fires is inattentive cooking – a risk that grows with more people visiting and circulating in the kitchen. Lowe said it’s recommended that…
Read MoreTips on Preparing for Isaias
Tropical storms are not just a threat to coastal communities. High winds, heavy rainfall, tornadoes, and flooding can occur throughout Delaware. The current forecast calls for heavy rain and tropical storm-force winds to begin in the early hours of Tuesday morning. Widespread three to five inches of rainfall is possible with isolated higher amounts; the…
Read MoreDelaware State Police offers Halloween safety tips
Halloween is almost here and Delaware State Police would like to remind parents, children, motorists and those handing out candy to remain alert and stay safe during this Halloween season. Please take a minute to read over these safety tips provided by Delaware State Police and share with your friends and families, so everyone can…
Read MoreTips to Deal with the Extreme Heat Safely
Tips and help to get you and your pets through the heatwave – click on the links below for information Dealing with Extreme Heat & Preventing Heat-Related Illness FEELING THE HEAT: AAA, OHS and DSP Remind Drivers of Heat-Related Dangers Heat and Your Pets “Cooling Stations” Available Around Sussex County to Help Beat the Heat…
Read MoreDealing with Extreme Heat & Preventing Heat-Related Illness
The Division of Public Health (DPH) is asking Delaware residents to prepare for extreme heat this week and prevent heat-related illness as temperatures rise. On hot days and warm nights, our bodies have less chance to recover, placing everyone at risk for heat-related illness. When temperatures and humidity are high, sweat ceases to evaporate and…
Read MoreHeat Advisory in Effect for Wednesday
HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 8 PM EDT WEDNESDAY… It’s time for the Delaware State Fair, which begins on Thursday – that means the hottest weather of the summer is upon us! Starting Wednesday morning, New Castle County will be under an excessive heat watch through Sunday night, with temperatures in the…
Read MoreDSP Warn of Phone Number Spoofing Incidents
Delaware State Police have recently been made aware of multiple incidents where people have received phone calls telling them they were under investigation. The caller asks you to verify all of their information – threatening to put a hold on your Social Security number if you don’t comply. The number on the caller ID appears…
Read More2nd Human Case of West Nile Virus Reported in DE
The second human case of West Nile Virus has been reported in Delaware. Public Health officials say a 68 year old New Castle County man was hospitalized in July and remains in the hospital due to underlying health conditions unrelated to the virus. A 60 year old Sussex County man was the first reported case…
Read MoreVehicle Break-ins: DSP Offer Prevention & Awareness Tips
Over the course of the last week the Delaware State Police have investigated a rash of vehicle break-ins that have taken place in New Castle County. While these most recent incidents have occurred in specific areas, we must realize that there is the potential for anyone, anywhere to be the victim of a similar crime. With that in…
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