Severe Thunderstorm Warning For Parts Of Delmarva
Severe weather is a day-long concern. The day has begun with Severe Thunderstorm Warnings from the National Weather Service: The National Weather Service in Mount Holly NJ has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for…West central Sussex County in southern Delaware…Southwestern New Castle County in northern Delaware…Western Kent County in central Delaware…Talbot County in eastern…
Read MoreWGMD Fishing Report 8-6-20
Wednesday saw nice weather, but the inshore waters were still a bit roiled and very few boats ran to the bay or ocean. The surf and the inlet were also pretty dirty so not much was taken from those areas either. Tommy at Lewes Harbour Marina did tell us the Pirate King found some kingfish…
Read MoreDeliveries Of Mysterious Seeds Continue
More Delawareans have received deliveries of unsolicited packages that appear to originate in China containing mysterious seeds. Departments of agriculture in Delaware and other states are working with the USDA and are asking for samples of the seeds. Delaware Ag has processed more than 40 packages of seeds which will be tested. If you receive…
Read MoreMillsboro Man Arrested For 5th DUI Offense
A Millsboro man is facing his fifth DUI offense after being arrested in Rehoboth Beach. Rehoboth Beach Police say an officer tried to stop a driver for an illegal left turn Monday night, but the man kept going and exceeded the speed limit before he eventually pulled over on Rehoboth Avenue Extended. 33-year-old Patricio Bautista,…
Read MoreIs It Covered? Advice On Filing A Claim
After the storm… what’s next? Torn-up siding, damaged roofs and carports, damaged vehicles and problems related to lack of power may have you turning to your insurance provider. AAA Mid-Atlantic has some advice: -Know that different types of damage may affect your claim, such as whether a tree, the wind or the wind-driven rain caused…
Read MoreGov. Carney Declares State Of Emergency Following Isaias
Governor John Carney has declared a State of Emergency to allow for coordinated response and recovery from Tropical Storm Isaias. The storm generated multiple tornadoes and brought heavy rainfall, flooding and gusty winds to Delaware. The State of Emergency is effective from 3:00 p.m. Tuesday until further notice. The declaration mobilizes the Delaware Emergency Management…
Read MoreStorm A Factor In Woman’s Death In Milford
The storm Tuesday was apparently a factor in a woman’s death in Milford. Delaware State Police say Troopers responded to North Shore Drive late Tuesday morning. It is believed that the victim was struck by a tree branch as she was inspecting damage caused by the storm. The cause and manner of her death is…
Read MoreStorm Brings Down Wires And Signs In Ocean City
Tropical Storm Isaias did not leave Ocean City unscathed. Wires fell down at 120th Street and Coastal Highway Tuesday morning, leading to a traffic detour. Wires also came down at at least two other locations in Ocean City. Also, several businesses lost their signs due to blustery winds.
Read MorePower Restoration Efforts Continue Following Isaias
Power restoration following Isaias is a major challenge for utilities. The storm impacted more than 118,000 customers of Delmarva Power. As of early Wednesday morning, more than 17,000 customers were still without service. Hardest hit were Sussex County, New Castle County and Wicomico County. Crews are continuing to work around the clock to assess outages…
Read MoreWGMD Fishing Report 8-5-20
The tropical storm passed by rather quickly and the rest of the week looks pretty good. It will take a tide or two for the nearshore waters to settle down, but the offshore areas will be up and running by Wednesday. As of Monday, in the White Marlin Open, the Restless Lady out of Ocean…
Read MoreWGMD Picture of the Day
Sunset over Harbeson / Click for full view
Read MorePHOTOS: Rehoboth Accesses Damage from Tropical Storm Isaias
Rehoboth property owners spent Tuesday afternoon and evening assessing the damage left by Tropical Storm Isaias which will probably go down as one of the most destructive in recent Rehoboth history with its 30+ m.p.h. sustained winds. According to the Rehoboth DEOS weather station, the winds peaked around 10 a.m. with a 60 m.p.h. gust.…
Read MoreUpdate: Isaias Batters Parts Of Delmarva
Tropical Storm Isaias spun off several tornadoes across Delaware and Maryland Tuesday as it rapidly churned its way northward hours after making landfall as a hurricane in the Carolinas. Tens of thousands of people were left without electricity as wires and poles snapped. Intersections were blocked by debris and power lines, or made treacherous because…
Read MoreRoute 1 SB Near Townsend Closed – Tractor Trailer Crash
The Delaware State Police are currently on the scene of a crash involving multiple tractor trailers on Route 1 Southbound at Harris Road. As a result of the crash, all Southbound lanes of Route 1 are closed. Motorists will experience heavy delays in the area and are advised to seek alternate routes of travel.
Read MoreWorcester County Burning Ban Lifted Beginning Wednesday
The outdoor burning ban in effect for Worcester County since the first week in July will be lifted beginning at 8 a.m. on August 5, 2020. All who conduct outdoor burnings, regardless of the type, are reminded that the law requires any fire to be attended from start to extinguishment. Precautions for having the proper…
Read MoreUPDATED: Bay Bridge Traffic Released in Both Directions
Motorists advised to call 1-877-BAYSPAN (229-7726) or follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/TheMDTA for current Bay Bridge conditions. Currently, the Bay Bridge is FULL wind restrictions: (sustained wind speeds exceeding 50 mph for a continuous period of 10 mins or more; or wind gusts persistently exceed 50 mph over a period of 15 mins) only automobiles, pickup trucks,…
Read MoreUpdate: Rainfall, Wind, Tornado Risks Arrive On Delmarva
Isaias update: Delmarva is under a Tornado Watch until noon as we feel the effects of Isaias, which made landfall as a hurricane in the Carolinas late Monday night. The area has experienced tornado warnings already this morning. Although Isaias was downgraded to a tropical storm. we are still at risk of flooding downpours, tropical…
Read MoreWGMD Fishing Report 8-4-20
Monday saw a few boats running in the ocean and bay, but no one will be running on Tuesday. It looks like the tropical storm whose name I can’t pronounce will go by pretty fast and that is good news. Fishing should return to normal by Thursday and the weekend looks great. The beaches have…
Read MoreWGMD Picture of the Day
Joseph Caputo – Stormy skies near Milton / Click for full view
Read MoreState of Maryland Activates Government-wide Response to Prepare for TS Isaias
As the Eastern seaboard anticipates significant impacts from Tropical Storm Isaias, Governor Larry Hogan announced that the State of Maryland has activated a government-wide response to prepare for severe conditions. A tropical storm warning is now in effect for most jurisdictions, in addition to several severe weather watches and warnings in effect statewide. “Our state is…
Read MoreGov Carney Signs Executive Order #43 – Rapid Workforce Training & Redeployment Training Initiative
Governor John Carney on Monday signed Executive Order #43, creating the Rapid Workforce Training and Redeployment Training Initiative to assist Delaware workers and their families who have lost jobs and income due to the COVID-19 crisis. The workforce development program will initially be funded with $10 million of federal CARES Act funding. Investments in workforce development…
Read MoreSussex County Monitoring TS Isaias
Sussex County could see its most significant brush with tropical weather for the 2020 season yet, as a would-be hurricane churning off the Atlantic coast has its eye – with gusty winds and torrential rains wrapped around it – set on the mid-Atlantic region and beyond in the hours ahead. Forecasters with the National Hurricane…
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 MoreFormer Del. Adjutant General Carol Timmons Has Died
Major General Carol Timmons, who served as Delaware Adjutant General for two years, has died at age 62. The Delaware National Guard reported her passing Monday. Senator Chris Coons, D- Del., said “Carol’s quiet confidence and determination propelled her to the position of a well-respected leader of leaders. She was deeply sincere and positive, and…
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