People living in eastern and central Sussex County, as well as the greater Ocean City area, could see increased helicopter activity as Delmarva Power inspects vegetation.
According to the Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company, the worker came into contact with secondary power lines while operating from a bucket truck.
Severe thunderstorms on Monday night caused a range of damage regionally, from downed trees to downed power lines.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has declared a State of Preparedness as severe storms capable of producing damaging winds, hail and possible tornadoes are expected to move across the state Monday.
Delmarva Power says it is preparing crews and equipment for possible severe storms expected to bring strong winds, lightning and potential tornadoes to the region, while urging customers to take steps now to prepare for possible power outages.
Delmarva Power crews are making progress restoring electricity after Winter Storm Hernando brought heavy, wet snow and wind gusts of 55 mph or more to Delaware and Maryland, damaging the local energy grid.
DELAWARE - As of 4:45 a.m. on Tuesday, Delaware Electric Cooperative has restored power to over 37,000 homes, with additional reinforcements o…
According to the co-op, crews getting stuck, trees falling around them and treacherous road conditions were factors in the decision.
A cooler and sunny Friday, then the heat and humidity return this weekend with Sunday showers and storms.
In a follow-up to a story first reported last month, people living in the Hunters Mill development are grappling with the loss of cherished trees, a result of actions taken by Delmarva Power to maintain power lines over neighbors properties.