Sub-freezing temperatures are expected across Sussex County, Delaware, and Ocean City, Maryland, from late Tuesday through Wednesday morning, prompting a Freeze Warning and a call for cold-weather precautions.
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Temperatures gradual tumble Sunday afternoon after above-average warmth across Delmarva, a cold front ushers in steady rain overnight into Monday. A drastic drop in temperatures begins Monday, with widespread 40s and gusty winds expected by Tuesday. Conditions will remain dry but chilly midweek, before a potential return of rain on Friday.
Delmarva braces for a frigid night, with wind chills in the single digits and light snow expected Friday night into Saturday morning. Accumulations will vary from 1-3 inches across much of the peninsula to up to 5 inches in parts of Accomack County. Gusty winds and icy roads pose hazards, while below-average temperatures persist into next week.
The Preventing Unnecessary Deaths During Life-Threatening Events or PUDDLE Act, aims to protect families from utility shut-offs during extreme weather by establishing moratoriums during heat waves and cold snaps. Delaware lawmakers say that as climate change drives more severe weather, this legislation seeks to fill a gap in protections that would impact over 164 million Americans.
Amidst dropping temperatures, Delmarva Power is offering practical tips to help customers manage energy usage and potential bill increases during the colder months.
Non-essential employees are strongly encouraged to refrain from driving unless there is a significant safety, health, or business-related reason to do so.