A Level 3 Driving Ban will take effect at 10 p.m. tonight for Kent and Sussex counties as a powerful winter storm continues to impact southern Delaware.

Governor Matthew Meyer announced the restriction Sunday evening in coordination with the Delaware Emergency Management Agency and the Delaware Department of Transportation, citing dangerous road conditions caused by heavy snowfall, strong winds, and blowing snow. The Level 3 ban applies to all roadways in Kent County and Sussex County and will remain in effect until […]

Governor Matthew Meyer announced the restriction Sunday evening in coordination with the Delaware Emergency Management Agency and the Delaware Department of Transportation, citing dangerous road conditions caused by heavy snowfall, strong winds, and blowing snow.

The Level 3 ban applies to all roadways in Kent County and Sussex County and will remain in effect until further notice.

Under a Level 3 Driving Ban, all nonessential travel is prohibited. Only authorized emergency personnel, first responders, essential workers, public utility crews, and snow removal operators are permitted on the roads. Officials say the restriction is necessary to protect public safety and allow crews to clear highways and respond to emergencies without interference.

State officials warned that travel conditions have deteriorated rapidly this evening as snowfall rates increased and wind gusts intensified. Blowing and drifting snow is reducing visibility and creating hazardous driving conditions across much of southern Delaware.

The Level 3 ban is the highest tier in Delaware’s winter weather travel restriction system. Earlier in the day, the state had issued lower level driving restrictions before conditions worsened.

Motorists who violate the ban may be subject to penalties under Delaware law.

Residents are urged to remain indoors, avoid unnecessary travel, and monitor official updates from state agencies. Officials say conditions will continue to be evaluated overnight, and any changes to the driving ban will be announced as road conditions improve.