Delaware Emergency Management Agency

08/28/2026

NWS Alert> Flash Flood Warning is in effect in Sussex County until 5:15 PM.

Some Locations That will Experience Flash Flooding Include Georgetown, Millsboro, Lewes, Milton, Dagsboro, Millville, Henlopen Acres, Cape Henlopen State Park, Long Neck, Ocean View, Frankford & S Bethany.

08/28/2026

In honor of National Preparedness Month, the Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) will host the 20th Annual Family Emergency Preparedness Day, Saturday, September 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Brecknock County Park, 80 Old Camden Road in Camden, Delaware.

This free, family-friendly event will bring together over 40 different public safety agencies, nonprofits, and other community partners to help Delawareans of all ages learn how to prepare for emergencies while connecting with people and organizations that help to keep Delaware safe.

Read more: https://ow.ly/ZHB550ZGEjA

08/27/2026

NWS Alert> Updated: Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect in Kent and New Castle Counties until 10 PM.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch 630, Previously In Effect until 8 PM This Evening, In Effect until 10 PM This Evening for The Following Areas In Delaware This Watch Includes 2 Counties In Central Delaware Kent In N Delaware New Castle In Pennsylvania This Watch...

08/27/2026

With a Flood Watch in New Castle County from 12 PM to 4 AM, make sure you know your risk.

If you encounter flood waters at any point throughout the day, remember: Turn Around, Don’t Drown!

It only takes 6 inches of fast-moving water to knock over an adult and 12 inches of rushing water to carry away most cars.

08/27/2026

NWS Alert> Flood Warning is in effect in New Castle County until 7:15 PM.

Affected Locations Include Wilmington, Chester, Folcroft, Swarthmore, Elsmere, Arden, Chelsea, Chester Township, Concordville, Elam & Nether Providence Township.

08/27/2026

NWS Alert> Updated: Flash Flood Warning is in effect in New Castle County until 3:30 PM.

Some Locations That will Experience Flash Flooding Include Wilmington, Chester, Folcroft, Swarthmore, Elsmere, Arden, Chelsea, Chester Township, Concordville, Elam & Nether Providence Township.

Turn Around, Don't Drown When Encountering Flooded Roads. Most Flood Deaths Occur In Vehicles. Be Aware Of Your Surroundings And Do Not Drive On Flooded Roads.

08/27/2026

NWS Alert> Flash Flood Warning is in effect in New Castle County until 5:45 PM.

Some Locations That will Experience Flash Flooding Include Wilmington, Pennsville, Carneys Point, Elsmere, New Castle, Penns Grove, Woodstown, Newport, Delaware Memorial Bridge, Wilmington Manor, Bear & Edgemoor.

08/27/2026

NWS Alert> Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect in New Castle County until 2:15 PM.

Severe Thunderstorm Over New Castle or Near Wilmington Moving NE At 15 MPH. 60 MPH Wind Gusts, Large Hail. Expect Wind Damage to Trees & Power Lines. Locations Impacted Include Wilmington, Glassboro, Pennsville, Pitman, Clayton, Carneys Point, Elsmere...

08/27/2026

NWS Alert> Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect in Kent and New Castle Counties until 8 PM.

NWS has Issued Severe Thunderstorm Watch 630 In Effect until 8 PM This Evening for The Following Areas In Delaware This Watch Includes 2 Counties In Central Delaware Kent In N Delaware New Castle In New Jersey This Watch Includes 16 Counties In Central...

Affected Area: Kent, DE; New Castle, DE; Atlantic, NJ; Burlington, NJ; Camden, NJ; Cape May, NJ; Cumberland, NJ; Gloucester, NJ; Hunterdon, NJ; Mercer, NJ; Middlesex, NJ; Monmouth, NJ; Morris, NJ; Ocean, NJ; Salem, NJ; Somerset, NJ; Sussex, NJ; Warren, NJ; Bucks, PA; Chester, PA; Delaware, PA; Montg...

08/27/2026

NWS Alert> Flash Flood Warning is in effect in New Castle County until 2:30 PM.

Some Locations That will Experience Flash Flooding Include Wilmington, Chester, Folcroft, Swarthmore, Elsmere, Arden, Chelsea, Chester Township, Concordville, Elam & Nether Providence Township.