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Delaware Declares State of Emergency Amid Winter Storm Fern

1/25/2026

Summary

Governor Meyer Declares Emergency

Delaware Governor Matthew Meyer declared a State of Emergency for Winter Storm Fern, effective January 25, 2026.
The declaration enables mobilization of resources, including the Delaware National Guard, and a Level 1 Driving Warning is in place.
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect, predicting 8–12 inches of snow and travel disruption.
Shelters are open statewide.
Residents should prepare homes and vehicles and monitor the Delaware Emergency Notification System.

History

Historical Context

The severe winter storm of February 2010, part of a historic series of blizzards, affected over 50 million people across the U.S., including Delaware. Governor Ed Rendell activated over 11,000 National Guard members to assist with emergency responses. This event underscored the importance of preparedness for extreme weather, a lesson echoed in the recent State of Emergency declared by Governor Matthew Meyer for Winter Storm Fern.

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Governor Meyer Declares Emergency

Delaware Governor Matthew Meyer declared a State of Emergency for Winter Storm Fern, effective January 25, 2026.
The declaration enables mobilization of resources, including the Delaware National Guard, and a Level 1 Driving Warning is in place.
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect, predicting 8–12 inches of snow and travel disruption.
Shelters are open statewide.
Residents should prepare homes and vehicles and monitor the Delaware Emergency Notification System.

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