Delaware Emergency Resources

Familiarize These Resource Before An Emergency Occurs. Be Prepared!

Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA)

The Delaware Emergency Management Agency provides information on emergency preparedness, response, and recovery efforts in the state.

It includes resources for individuals, families, and communities to prepare for and respond to emergencies.

American Red Cross- Delmarva Peninsula Region

The Red Cross offers disaster relief services, including shelter information, emergency preparedness tips, and resources for residents facing natural disasters such as:

  • Hurricanes
  • Winter Storms
  • Floods.
Delaware Department of Health & Social Services (DHSS)  

The DHSS provides information on public health emergency preparedness and response in Delaware.

This includes guidance on staying safe during emergencies and information on accessing healthcare services during disasters.

Delmarva Power - Outage Map

Delmarva Power provides outage maps, safety tips, and information on reporting power outages during severe weather events or other emergencies.

Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT)

The DelDOT website offers information on road conditions, closures, and travel advisories during emergencies such as

  • Winter Storms
  • Hurricanes
  • Or Severe Weather Events.
National Weather Service - Philadelphia/Mount Holly, Pennsylvania and New Jersey

The National Weather Service office in Philadelphia/Mount Holly covers weather forecasts, warnings, and advisories for Delaware.

It's important to stay informed about weather conditions, especially in a state prone to severe weather events such as hurricanes, nor'easters, and winter storms.