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GOVERNOR MEYER TERMINATES DELAWARE STATE OF EMERGENCY

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Weather | Date Posted: Tuesday, February 24, 2026


Delaware State of Emergency Terminated overlayed on winter scene with DEMA logo

Delaware National Guard Released

 

(SMYRNA, Del.) – Governor Matthew Meyer has terminated the Delaware State of Emergency enacted in response to Sunday’s winter storm as of Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. The termination also releases Delaware National Guard assets. The State of Emergency originally went into effect at 12:00 p.m. Sunday, February 22, 2026.

 

Residents and motorists are encouraged to continue following weather-related news and updates from local authorities as crews continue working to clear secondary roads where driving conditions may remain dangerous. Utility companies are working continuously to restore power across all counties.

 

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.

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GOVERNOR MEYER TERMINATES DELAWARE STATE OF EMERGENCY

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Weather | Date Posted: Tuesday, February 24, 2026


Delaware State of Emergency Terminated overlayed on winter scene with DEMA logo

Delaware National Guard Released

 

(SMYRNA, Del.) – Governor Matthew Meyer has terminated the Delaware State of Emergency enacted in response to Sunday’s winter storm as of Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. The termination also releases Delaware National Guard assets. The State of Emergency originally went into effect at 12:00 p.m. Sunday, February 22, 2026.

 

Residents and motorists are encouraged to continue following weather-related news and updates from local authorities as crews continue working to clear secondary roads where driving conditions may remain dangerous. Utility companies are working continuously to restore power across all counties.

 

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.

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

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