Tuesday, January 27, 2026

WEATHER IMPACT ANNOUNCEMENTS-


Worcester County Public Schools
not weather impacted but on
operating schedule below as 
previously planned:


(WMDT)

LEWES, Del. – Special Olympics Delaware has announced it will be rescheduling the 2026 Lewes Polar Bear Plunge.

The Plunge will now take place on Sunday, March 1 in Rehoboth Beach.

All other weekend elements, including the Newark packet pick up and the 5k Run to the Plunge will be postponed to the weekend of February 27 to March 1.

The Plunge and other events are being rescheduled due to severe weather conditions and for the safety of all participants.

Those who have made over-night accommodations are asked to cancel or reschedule.


Check regularly with local news links:

Closings, delays:

(Worcester County Sheriff's Office)
Our Worcester County Animal Control Officers would like to remind all pet owners to bring their pets indoors when temperatures reach 32 degrees or below. Pets should not be left outside for extended periods. Please stay with your pets when they go outside and bring them back indoors promptly. Your pets rely on you for their safety and well-being. Stay safe during this storm, and help keep your pets safe and warm as well.


(City of Pocomoke)

❄️ Attention Pocomoke Residents ❄️

(Be prepared if there's another winter storm.)

- Keep phones charged for weather updates & emergency alerts 

- Stock up on medications, groceries & other essentials

- Prepare blankets, coats, hats, gloves, scarves & other warm clothing

- Bring your pets inside or create a safe & warm shelter outside with food & unfrozen water

- Prevent frozen pipes by keeping your home warm, faucets drip & insulate exposed pipes

- Ensure smoke & carbon monoxide detectors have fresh batteries & are working properly

- Move vehicles off snow emergency routes, such as Market Street, driveways recommended 

- Keep a supply of salt or cat litter for icy driveways & walkways

- Only use portable heating sources as directed by the manufacturer & never operate generators indoors or in attached garages 

The First Responders of Pocomoke City are prepared for this storm & ready to face any issues that may arise.

We will provide updates as we receive them. Stay safe, be smart & stay warm!


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