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Level 1 Driving Warning Lifted for New Castle County

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Weather | Date Posted: Monday, February 23, 2026


Update Driving Restrictions: Driver Warning lifted for New Castle County. Driving Restrictions for Kent, Sussex Counties to remain at Level 2. Overlaying winter scene with DEMA Logo.

(SMYRNA, Del.) Delaware Governor Meyer has lifted the Level 1 Driving Warning in New Castle County, effective at 6:00 p.m. Motorists are strongly urged to exercise caution as roadways and intersections may still have snow in some areas. Drivers should proceed with caution when travelling over bridges that tend to freeze.

Kent and Sussex Counties remain at a Level 2 Driving Restriction.

  • Level 2 Driving Restriction No person may operate a motor vehicle on Delaware roadways when a Level 2 Driving Restriction has been activated, except for persons designated as essential personnel including operators of snow removal equipment employed, contracted by a public or private entity or designated persons already approved through the Delaware Emergency Management Agency’s State of Emergency Driving Waiver Program.

Follow DelDOT’s traffic advisory radio stations, WTMC, for streaming updates from WTMC Radio 1380AM and 98.5 FM. Listen to WTMC through the DelDOT app which provides real-time updates on roadway and transit conditions. For disabled vehicles on Delaware roads, call 302-659-4600 or 800-324-8379 to reach the Delaware Department of Transportation (DELDOT) Transportation Management Center (TMC). For general information, call 302-760-2080 or 800-652-5600.

 

The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) is the lead state agency for coordination of comprehensive emergency preparedness, training, response, recovery, and mitigation services to save lives, protect Delaware’s economic base and reduce the impact of emergencies. DEMA is a division within the Department of Safety and Homeland Security (DSHS) and authorized by Delaware Code. State of Delaware Driving Restrictions.

 

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Level 1 Driving Warning Lifted for New Castle County

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Weather | Date Posted: Monday, February 23, 2026


Update Driving Restrictions: Driver Warning lifted for New Castle County. Driving Restrictions for Kent, Sussex Counties to remain at Level 2. Overlaying winter scene with DEMA Logo.

(SMYRNA, Del.) Delaware Governor Meyer has lifted the Level 1 Driving Warning in New Castle County, effective at 6:00 p.m. Motorists are strongly urged to exercise caution as roadways and intersections may still have snow in some areas. Drivers should proceed with caution when travelling over bridges that tend to freeze.

Kent and Sussex Counties remain at a Level 2 Driving Restriction.

  • Level 2 Driving Restriction No person may operate a motor vehicle on Delaware roadways when a Level 2 Driving Restriction has been activated, except for persons designated as essential personnel including operators of snow removal equipment employed, contracted by a public or private entity or designated persons already approved through the Delaware Emergency Management Agency’s State of Emergency Driving Waiver Program.

Follow DelDOT’s traffic advisory radio stations, WTMC, for streaming updates from WTMC Radio 1380AM and 98.5 FM. Listen to WTMC through the DelDOT app which provides real-time updates on roadway and transit conditions. For disabled vehicles on Delaware roads, call 302-659-4600 or 800-324-8379 to reach the Delaware Department of Transportation (DELDOT) Transportation Management Center (TMC). For general information, call 302-760-2080 or 800-652-5600.

 

The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) is the lead state agency for coordination of comprehensive emergency preparedness, training, response, recovery, and mitigation services to save lives, protect Delaware’s economic base and reduce the impact of emergencies. DEMA is a division within the Department of Safety and Homeland Security (DSHS) and authorized by Delaware Code. State of Delaware Driving Restrictions.

 

Social Media: Delaware Emergency Management Agency on Facebook, X and Instagram

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