WINTER STORM: Lewes BPW

The Lewes Board of Public Works is closely monitoring the upcoming winter storm and we want to help you prepare and stay informed. Our crews are actively monitoring conditions and preparing our systems to maintain reliable service. How to Prepare: Protect your plumbing: Insulate exposed pipes, allow a small drip from faucets during extreme cold,…

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Lewes BPW Hydrant Flow Testing Wednesday, Jan 14

Hydrant Flow Testing The Water Department will be conducting hydrant flow tests on the second Wednesday of every month. This month, the tests will take place on January 14, 2026, in the areas of Chestnut Street, Pilottown Road, Kings Highway, Savannah Road, Olde Town at Whites Pond, and Cedar Street. During this time, you may…

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Lewes Household Hazardous Waste & Electronics Equipment Collection Day

Accepted Items All Containers Must Be Leak Proof and in original containers.  Do not mix products in one container. House: Full aerosol cans, bleach, chemistry kits, nail polish, polish removers, perfumes, disinfectants, drain cleaners, floor wax, mercury thermometers, moth balls, oven cleaner, spot remover, toilet cleaner, fluorescent light bulbs Workshop: Corrosives, paint, small compressed-gas cylinders,…

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Lewes BPW Urges Residents to Prepare for the Weekend Storm

Lewes Board of Public Works urges Lewes residents to prepare for the upcoming storm.  Secure your home by bringing in loose items and covering windows, have multiple ways to receive alerts, such as a NOAA Weather Radio or emergency apps, create a family communication plan with a designated safe spot, and prepare an emergency kit…

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Utility Work to Close Fourth St in Lewes on Monday

Utility work will begin Monday on Fourth Street in Lewes. Board of Public Works officials say this will include a closure of Fourth Street on Monday between Savannah Road and Market Street. Following the initial closure, utility work will continue with single-lane closures on Fourth Street for up to two weeks. Flaggers will be present…

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Lewes Water Dept to Conduct Hydrant Flow Tests Wednesday

The Lewes Water Department will conduct hydrant flow tests on Wednesday – in the area of Franklin Avenue and Monroe Avenue. Officials at the Board of Public Works say you may experienced low water pressure or discolored water for up to 24 hours throughout the water system – not just the area being tested. If…

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Fire Hydrant Flow Tests To Occur in Lewes Wednesday

Fire hydrant flow tests will take place Wednesday in Lewes in the area of Olde Town White’s Pond and Cedar/Indiana Avenue. During this time, you may experience low water pressure or discolored water for up to 24 hours and can be visible throughout the system, not just the area being tested. We ask that you…

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Lewes BPW Explains Power Cost Adjustment

Over the past year, the wholesale power supply costs charged to the Lewes Board of Public Works have increased by nearly 13% and there has been an adjustment to the Power Cost Adjustment (PCA) on monthly bills. One of the primary factors of the increase is due to the regulations requiring the Indian River Power…

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Lewes BPW Household Hazardous Waste Collection Saturday

If you live in Lewes, the Board of Public Works will collect household hazardous waste and electronics equipment today from 10am to 2pm – as well as prescription medications for drug take back day. All containers must be leak-proof and the original containers. Do not mix products into one container. A variety of Household, workshop,…

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Lewes to Conduct Hydrant Flow Test of Wednesday

The Water Department in Lewes will conduct Hydrant Flow Test on Wednesday, September 21. Residents may experience low water pressure or discolored water for up to 24 hours. You’re asked to run your water on cold for 10 to 15 minutes until it clears. It’s also advised that you NOT do laundry during this time.…

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Hydrant Flow Tests in Lewes on Thursday

The Lewes Water Department will conduct Hydrant Flow tests on Thursday. Officials say that during this time you may experience low water pressure or discolored water for up to 24 hours. They advise not to do laundry during this time. If you experience discolored water – run your water on cold for 10 to 15…

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Jones & Saliba Elected to Lewes City Council; Webb, Panetta & Nichols Elected to Lewes BPW

Two Lewes City Council seats were up for grabs in Saturday’s election.  Newcomers Carolyn Jones and Khalil Saliba were the top vote-getters.  Election officials say 56% of the city’s registered voters turned out – 878 votes were cast – including 204 absentee ballots.  Jones won 583 votes and Saliba received 538.  Incumbent Rob Morgan got…

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