Mother nature was in full force on Sunday after the snowfall covered most of the area, eventually changing over to a sleet and rain mixture throughout the day. Road conditions and conditions over the dunes varied throughout towns along the coast.Â
While DelDOT says crews are actively clearing and salting roads, the agency cautioned that rock salt becomes less effective below 20 degrees.
As Hurricane Erin tracks up the Atlantic Coast, Ocean City is feeling the storm's effects with rough surf, dangerous rip currents and the threat of flooding, especially in low-lying parts of town and the downtown area.
State Rep. Bryan Shupe is calling on the City of Milford to require infrastructure repairs in the Hearthstone community before approving any further development by the project’s developer.
Snow is set to hit the coast yet again, a Winter Storm Warning is in effect for Ocean City from Wednesday through early Thursday, according to the National Weather Service.Â
A winter storm will bring heavy snow, strong winds, and hazardous travel conditions to Sussex County and Ocean City from Tuesday afternoon through early Wednesday, followed by a wintry mix before tapering off late Wednesday night.
A winter storm will bring heavy snow, strong winds, and hazardous travel conditions to Sussex County and Ocean City from Tuesday afternoon through early Wednesday, with accumulations of 5-7 inches and locally higher amounts possible.
Residents should prepare for a mix of snow, sleet, and rain on Wednesday, followed by a brief warm-up Thursday with steady rainfall before temperatures drop again Friday.
Some say they're pleased with what they're seeing, while others say they would rather stay inside for another day.
DelDOT works to clear routes; some back roads still dangerous after snowstorm.