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Today is going to be another hot one. We've sent our latest briefing to out webpage ->https://www.weather.gov/media/phi/current_briefing.pdf

We encourage folks to take caution in the heat. Stay Cool/Stay Hydrated/Stay Informed!

The Heat Advisory has been expanded for Tuesday and extended into Wednesday. For more information on the excessive heat and heavy rain threats this week, view our latest briefing athttps://weather.gov/media/phi/current_briefing.pdf

For a detailed forecast for your location, visit http://weather.gov/phi

We are excited to announce that July's Volunteer Training of the Month on DE TRAIN will be You Are the Help Until Help Arrives. You can take the course by clicking the following link: You are the Help Until Help Arrives (Online Web-based Training) - TRAIN Delaware - an affiliate of the TRAIN Learning Network powered by the Public Health Foundation…...

July 2024 Volunteer Training of the Month – You Are the Help Until Help Arrives We are excited to announce that July’s Volunteer Training of the Month on DE TRAIN will be You Are the Help Until Help Arrives. You can take the course by clicking the following link: You ar…

(6.28.2024) - RespondDE is excited to announce the Volunteer Training of the Month' initiative for our volunteers. Every month, starting with July 2024, a training course on DE TRAIN will be highlighted for volunteers to complete, with the possibility of prizes being awarded to the first few volunteers who complete it first. These trainings will be based off of the National MRC's Core Competencies 4 Learning Paths: Volunteer Preparedness, Volunteer Response, Volunteer Leadership, and Volunteer Support for Community Resiliency....

New Initiative – RespondDE Volunteer Training of the Month     (6.28.2024) – RespondDE is excited to announce the Volunteer Training of the Month’ initiative for our volunteers. Every month, starting with July 2024, a training course…

Summer is here and the heat is on! With the very hot temperatures expected this week across the Tri-State Area, make sure that you practice heat safety and take precautions to limit exposure if you have to be outside (especially between the hours of 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM where the sun's heat will be the strongest). Please see these helpful infographics on heat safety tips courtesy of the National Weather Service.

As we mark this week as National Volunteer Week (and April as National Volunteer Month!), we want to take a moment to thank all of our RespondDE volunteers for all the hard work and dedication they have put into serving their communities and making them safer places to live by being better prepared for disasters or emergencies. We literally cannot do what we do without all of you!

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🌧️❄️🧊 With the incoming winter weather, stay in the *s-know*: download the DelDOT app to view the plow tracker, snow accumulations, rain/flood levels and road closures due to inclement weather.

📱 deldot.gov/mobile

Snow Update from US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly: arrives across Friday morning. Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) will pretreat roads and provide road updates on social media and the DelDOT app. Snow falls most of Friday with northern New Castle Co. to see 3"-5” (some areas up to 6"), Kent Co. to central New Castle Co. should see 1"-3", and Sussex Co. starts as snow and changes to rain. Temps will drop: refreezing could happen overnight. weather.gov/phi/winter

With the threat of urban and river flooding in the forecast for today and tomorrow, remember to not drive through flooded waters (especially at night). TURN AROUND, DON'T DROWN. You don't know how deep the water may be or if the road underneath has been compromised! Just 6 inches of moving water is enough to sweep your vehicle away!!

With the grounds already saturated from recent rainstorms, strong winds have a greater tendency to bring down power lines and cause power outages. Make sure your cell phones are charged up so you can continue to receive important alerts and monitor the latest forecast.

Let's get prepared and stay safe! 💪🏽 Don't forget to CHARGE all your electronic devices NOW! 📱💻 This could be a real game-changer if the power goes out, keeping you connected and in the loop. 🔄

Your phone can make a world of difference, providing access to emergency contacts, critical updates, and even a trusty flashlight!

Winter weather like snow and ice, although beautiful to look at, can create hazardous conditions in our communities. One such hazard that can arise is power outages. When winter weather is occurring or imminent, it is vitally important to have your phone charged so that you can continue to receive important updates about conditions and keep in touch with family and friends so they know that you are okay. A very good way to keep your devices powered during an outage is buying a power bank. You can easily find them from most major retailers for affordable prices.

Also, if you know that you will be travelling during winter weather, make sure to include water and snacks in case you are stuck!

Make sure you don't get left out in the cold this winter—update your car emergency kit with all the warm essentials! 🧣🧤🧦 Keep these items in your car for when the temperatures drop: blankets, extra clothes, hats, gloves, and hand warmers. Be prepared, and stay safe! 🚘

Sign up for this important notification tool so you can be informed in case of an emergency!

Urgent Alert: 🚨 Sign up now for Emergency Alerts and stay informed. With this new service, we make sure you’re well informed about any emergency that might occur in your area. Keep safe and stay in the know! Sign up at de.gov/dens today! 🤗 # BeSafe

Preparedness is a powerful confidence booster! 💪 In a world of ever-changing circumstances, having a plan in place and being prepared for whatever life throws your way can be a huge weight off your shoulders. 🤩 So today, take a few moments and figure out what you can do to be ready for whatever life throws your way. Visit us at Preparede.org for some preparedness tips. 💪🏽

FYI to our volunteers and anyone who lives in an emergency response preparedness area (ERPA) within the 10-mile zone from the Salem/Hope Creek Generating Stations. If you are unsure if you live within an ERPA, please see the graphic below or go to DEMA's website.

Get protected and informed! 💊 On October 5th, free Potassium Iodide (KI) tablets will be distributed in our community. KI helps to protect your thyroid against dangerous radiation iodide. 🧠. If you live in one of the Emergency Response Planning Areas, come visit us at Townsend Fire Company! Spread the word and stay safe! 📣 🌎

Our committee met earlier today to determine the safest course of action for Family Emergency Preparedness Day. Due to the impending weather, it has been decided to cancel our event until next year. We are disappointed by this outcome, but the safety of our vendors, our staff, and the public comes first. We are excited to begin planning next year's event, and we hope to see you then!

September is National Preparedness Month, and this year's focus is on preparedness for older adults. Being prepared for an emergency is the key to being resilient no matter what stage in life a person can be at. Ready.gov provides a great trove of information to help older adults in being prepared, please see the following link to learn more: https://www.ready.gov/older-adults

Older Adults | Ready.gov Learn who to make an emergency plan for seniors, as well as how to get benefits electronically. As an older adult, you may have specific needs after a disaster. Use the information on this page to assess your needs and take simple, low-cost steps that help you get better prepared.

Hey Delaware! Have you taken the time to know your evacuation route in case of an emergency? 🤔 Now is your chance to be prepared for any disaster situation! Check out our Know the Zone map to get a personalized evacuation route for your area 👉🏽 preparede.org/know-your-zone/. Be sure to stay safe and informed!

What's up Delaware! 🐔 Be prepared for the unexpected and stay up to date with emergency notifications with the Delaware Emergency Notification System! 💥 Sign up now at dema.delaware.gov/onlineServices/index.shtml?dc=dens and stay informed during an emergency. 🤗

We are now starting to get into the peak of the Atlantic hurricane season. Since Idalia is making the news with potential major impacts to the Gulf coast of Florida, we thought it would be a good time to brush up on hurricane safety and preparedness BEFORE one is forecast to hit our region. Please use the website below for all the tips you will need when preparing for a potential hurricane to hit our region. REMEMBER: preparedness and situational awareness are the keys to being ready for when a hurricane approaches!!

Hurricane Safety Tips and Resources Hurricanes are among nature's most powerful and destructive phenomena. On average, 12 tropical storms, 6 of which become hurricanes form over the Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, or Gulf of Mexico during the hurricane season which runs from June 1 to November 30 each year. In the Central Pacific Ocean...

It's the 3 H's for today: Heat 🌡️ Humidity 🥵 and Hazardous Weather! Try 3 S's to Stay hydrated! 💦 Stay Indoors! 🏠 and Seek Shade!🌳 Possible thunderstorms could arrive between 2 pm and 10 pm. weather.gov/phi ready.gov/heat

Sunday is looking to be absolute drencher in terms of rainfall. Flash flooding is looking more likely as a line of torrential rain will pass through PA and northern and central parts of Delaware sometime in the afternoon/evening. Please have a way to receive emergency alerts (like flash flood warnings), especially if you live in flood-prone or low-lying areas. Like it says in the warning, flooding can happen in a flash!

Storms on Sunday will end up bringing heavy rain to the Mid-Atlantic region, impacting the Delaware and NJ river basins.

Join DEMA, City of Wilmington, Delaware Office of Emergency Management, and New Castle County Emergency Management and Citizen Corps for the Wilmington Blue Rocks game vs. the Jersey Shore BlueClaws on June 16 at Frawley Stadium. Then stick around for the dazzling post-game fireworks! Get tickets: bit.ly/3qyiRYQ preparede.org/event/emergency-preparedness-night/

This upcoming Thursday is June 1st, you all know what that means right? Well... besides it being the start of summer? It is the start of the Atlantic Hurricane Season (cue the suspenseful music!) and it will run later this year to the end of November! While the tropics are quiet at the moment, NOW is the perfect opportunity to get prepared.

The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) and the Department of Safety and Homeland Security (DSHS) have published this fantastic news release that has troves of information and tips to help get you prepared for hurricane season. We have attached a few notable graphics from this release. New this year is the addition of evacuation zones for our coastal areas. Know your zone if an evacuation is ordered! Please click the link below to view this release.

https://news.delaware.gov/2023/05/26/hurricane-awareness-week/

As we wrap up National Volunteer Month, we at RespondDE wanted to take a moment to thank all our wonderful volunteers for the all the hard work and dedication that you have given to help your fellow Delawareans. We know we already expressed our gratitude at our volunteer recognition event, but we wanted to give out some extra love! And don’t worry, we have more things coming down the pike so stay tuned!

Severe weather is possible today for all of Delaware. Make sure to take any precautions today for your home or property. Have multiple ways to receive warnings!

⚠️⛈️The threat for severe weather is increasing for later this afternoon and evening. The main hazards are damaging winds and possible tornadoes. Make sure you have a way to receive warnings!