Public Health Stormy Weather Tips
Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, October 1, 2015
With the potential for heavy rain and high winds this weekend, the Division of Public Health (DPH) reminds Delawareans to stay safe and healthy, and to protect their pets using some important tips.
Delaware farmers urged to prepare ahead of storm
Department of Agriculture | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, October 1, 2015
Livestock owners should prepare now for possible weather effects from Hurricane Joaquin, Delaware agricultural authorities said Thursday. “Being prepared is never wasted effort,” said Delaware Secretary of Agriculture Ed Kee.
Smokey Bear to visit Delaware schools for Fire Prevention Month
Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Date Posted: Thursday, October 1, 2015
To honor October as “Fire Prevention Month,” Smokey Bear will visit Delaware schools to teach children that “only you can prevent wildfires.” Nationwide fire data continue to show that human activity causes the largest number of forest fires, which is why Smokey teaches children at a very early age that they should never play with fire or use matches. Last year, the Delaware Forest Service provided 104 fire education programs to 9,410 students – a record number of school programs for the agency.
Rabid Cat Confirmed In Dover Mobile Home Park
Delaware Health and Social Services | Division of Public Health | Date Posted: Thursday, October 1, 2015
A cat living at Kings Cliff Mobile Home Park in Dover has tested positive for rabies.
