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“Get in the Zone” for Hurricane Awareness Week

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | News | Date Posted: Friday, May 26, 2023

Governor John C. Carney, Jr. and the Delaware Emergency Management Agency are observing “Hurricane Awareness Week” from May 29 to June 2 by encouraging residents and visitors to “know your zone” and “get prepared” for the start of the Atlantic hurricane season, which begins on June 1. Hurricane hazards include extreme winds, coastal and inland flooding, tornadoes, high surf, and rip currents. Delaware is uniquely vulnerable to coastal storms because it is located on the Delmarva Peninsula and has the lowest average elevation of any state—about 60 feet above sea level. It only takes one storm to have a severe, life-changing impact. With the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather, it is crucial for families and businesses to be well-informed and well-prepared. Hurricane Awareness Week is a timely reminder for everyone to take necessary precautions and plan ahead.




Delaware Office of Highway Safety Launches New Campaign Focused on Driver Safety For Older Adults

News | Date Posted: Friday, May 26, 2023

DOVER, Del. (May 25, 2023) — As we near the end of May and Older Americans Month, the Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) is pleased to announce the launch of its new safe-driving campaign targeting adults over the age of 65 and their caregivers. Through the new initiative, OHS recognizes the importance of ensuring […]




DNREC Revises Recreational Striped Bass Size Limit After Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission Emergency Action

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | News | Date Posted: Friday, May 26, 2023

DNREC announced that Delaware’s recreational striped bass size limit regulation has been revised effective May 21 to ensure compliance with the ASMFC emergency action.




DOJ secures guilty plea in Emma Cole killing

Department of Justice | Department of Justice Press Releases | News | Date Posted: Thursday, May 25, 2023

Three-year-old’s remains were found behind Smyrna softball field in 2019 On May 25,, Kristie Haas pled guilty to the lead charge of Murder by Abuse or Neglect First Degree for the killing of her three-year-old daughter, Emma Cole. In addition to Murder by Abuse or Neglect, Haas also pled guilty to three counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child and one count of Abuse of a […]




DelDOT Reminds Public to Travel Safely this Holiday Weekend

Delaware State Police | Delaware Transit Corporation | Department of Transportation | Kent County | New Castle County | News | Office of Highway Safety | Office of Highway Safety | Pedestrian Safety | Safe Family Holiday | Seat Belts | Speed Awareness | Sussex County | Date Posted: Thursday, May 25, 2023

As the Memorial Day weekend approaches, DelDOT is reminding the public to expect crowded roads as AAA projects more than 42 million people nationally will travel 50 miles or more from home this holiday weekend. “Thousands of people will be visiting Delaware’s beaches and parks or traveling to see family and friends and we encourage […]







  Category: News


“Get in the Zone” for Hurricane Awareness Week

Delaware Emergency Management Agency | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | News | Date Posted: Friday, May 26, 2023

Governor John C. Carney, Jr. and the Delaware Emergency Management Agency are observing “Hurricane Awareness Week” from May 29 to June 2 by encouraging residents and visitors to “know your zone” and “get prepared” for the start of the Atlantic hurricane season, which begins on June 1. Hurricane hazards include extreme winds, coastal and inland flooding, tornadoes, high surf, and rip currents. Delaware is uniquely vulnerable to coastal storms because it is located on the Delmarva Peninsula and has the lowest average elevation of any state—about 60 feet above sea level. It only takes one storm to have a severe, life-changing impact. With the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather, it is crucial for families and businesses to be well-informed and well-prepared. Hurricane Awareness Week is a timely reminder for everyone to take necessary precautions and plan ahead.




Delaware Office of Highway Safety Launches New Campaign Focused on Driver Safety For Older Adults

News | Date Posted: Friday, May 26, 2023

DOVER, Del. (May 25, 2023) — As we near the end of May and Older Americans Month, the Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) is pleased to announce the launch of its new safe-driving campaign targeting adults over the age of 65 and their caregivers. Through the new initiative, OHS recognizes the importance of ensuring […]




DNREC Revises Recreational Striped Bass Size Limit After Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission Emergency Action

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | News | Date Posted: Friday, May 26, 2023

DNREC announced that Delaware’s recreational striped bass size limit regulation has been revised effective May 21 to ensure compliance with the ASMFC emergency action.




DOJ secures guilty plea in Emma Cole killing

Department of Justice | Department of Justice Press Releases | News | Date Posted: Thursday, May 25, 2023

Three-year-old’s remains were found behind Smyrna softball field in 2019 On May 25,, Kristie Haas pled guilty to the lead charge of Murder by Abuse or Neglect First Degree for the killing of her three-year-old daughter, Emma Cole. In addition to Murder by Abuse or Neglect, Haas also pled guilty to three counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child and one count of Abuse of a […]




DelDOT Reminds Public to Travel Safely this Holiday Weekend

Delaware State Police | Delaware Transit Corporation | Department of Transportation | Kent County | New Castle County | News | Office of Highway Safety | Office of Highway Safety | Pedestrian Safety | Safe Family Holiday | Seat Belts | Speed Awareness | Sussex County | Date Posted: Thursday, May 25, 2023

As the Memorial Day weekend approaches, DelDOT is reminding the public to expect crowded roads as AAA projects more than 42 million people nationally will travel 50 miles or more from home this holiday weekend. “Thousands of people will be visiting Delaware’s beaches and parks or traveling to see family and friends and we encourage […]