Delaware Emergency Preparedness
Based on 19 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in Delaware.
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Risk Score
Low
Top Threats in Delaware
Hurricane (7 declarations)
Low Severe Storm (4 declarations)
Low Flood (2 declarations)
Low Winter Storm (0 declarations)
Low FEMA Disaster History
Delaware has had 19 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.
Declarations by Type
Hurricane 7
Severe Storm 4
Snowstorm 3
Flood 2
Biological 1
Coastal Storm 1
Drought 1
Recent Declarations
Remnants Of Hurricane Ida 2021-10-24
Tropical Storm Isaias 2020-10-02
Covid-19 Pandemic 2020-04-05
Severe Winter Storm And Snowstorm 2016-03-16
Hurricane Sandy 2012-11-16
Preparedness Tips for Delaware
- ✓ Keep a hurricane kit stocked with at least 7 days of supplies during hurricane season (June through November)
- ✓ Know your evacuation zone and plan multiple routes out of town
- ✓ Install impact-resistant windows or keep plywood pre-cut for boarding up
- ✓ Store important documents in waterproof containers
Emergency Contacts
Recommended Gear
Generator
Power outages lasting days or weeks are common after hurricanes
Water Filtration
Storm surge and flooding can contaminate municipal water
Emergency Food Supply
Supply chains can be disrupted for extended periods