Another 10-18 inches of snow expected



By: Mellany Armstrong


Here we go again -- a second major winter storm is coming later this afternoon.
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning that will be in effect from 4 p.m. today through midnight

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Accuweather meteorologist Joe Lundberg says there may be some sleet that tries to mix in for a time at the height of the storm later tonight, and then wind tomorrow afternoon will become quite strong, so there will be problems with blowing and drifting snow. Forecasters are predicting total snowfall ranging from 10 to 18 inches. That will be on top of the 20 inches parts of Delaware got from the weekend storm.





Wilmington readies for 2nd snowstorm



By: Frank Gerace


Snow removal operations are continuing in Wilmington Monday night into Tuesday morning as the city braces for another shot of snow.
Some streets are still being cleared of snow from this weekend's storm, and if you have to drive downtown, you're advised to park in a city garage.

A limited state of emergency remains in effect in Wilmington, but there are no travel restrictions in effect.

There's a non-emergency hotline number residents can call if they have questions--the number is 576-3879.

City officials remind residents to call 9-1-1 only in emergencies.



"Operation Arctic Vengeance"



By: Amy Cherry


The Delaware National Guard is out in full force helping people recover from this winter storm that's wreaked havoc across the state.
WDEL's Amy Cherry reports.
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They're callling it "Operation Arctic Vengeance," and Adjutant General Frank Vavala Commander of the Delaware National Guard tells WDEL News the focus right now is on Sussex County.

Vavala says they're dealing with a wide-range of issues , in addition to drifting snow.

Now, they're gearing up for the next blast of winter weather coming our way.



VIDEO: Mayor: Newark is tops in snow removal



By: Rachael Samuels


While snow is the four letter word of the week, the City of Newark plows on to keep ahead of the next impending storm.
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Newark Mayor Vance Funk joked about the impending storm Tuesday night but thinks City employees are up to the challenge.

Funk tells WDEL News the unique thing with Newark's snow removal is the addition of motel rooms for the employees so they could be up and ready to go when driver's start their early morning commutes.



VIDEO: Delawareans weather storm with a smile



By: Amy Cherry


Despite two feet of snow in some parts of the state, Delawareans were happy to see the change in scenery.
WDEL's Amy Cherry has the story.
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Nothing but snow and smiles in Rockford Park, where dozens of kids were taking advantage of their snow day by sledding.

Teachers like Sue Kampert at Ursuline Academy were enjoying the snow day too.

She says her family made the best of being stuck indoors all weekend.

Christopher Smeader teaches at Brandywine High School. He says the storm ruined his Super Bowl party

But with more snow on the way, Smeader says he's crossing his fingers for more snow days.



Paramedics: Don't overdo snow shoveling



By: Frank Gerace


County Paramedics remind you to use caution if you're planning to shovel snow--7 people went into cardiac arrest while shoveling this weekend, and 4 were hospitalized.
In one case, a 46-year-old man was found in his driveway Saturday morning, and in another case, a 65-year-old man collapsed while running a snow blower.

Paramedics say anyone about to shovel snow should use caution and be careful not to overdo it.

If you do have chest pains, shortness of breath or trouble breathing and your condition doesn't improve with rest, call 9-1-1.



No word yet on News-Journal bldg. fire cause



By: Frank Gerace


No word yet what caused a fire at the News-Journal building on Basin Road in New Castle.
Wilmington Manor Fire Company chief Ronald Hopkins the Third tells WDEL News crews found heavy smoke coming from the building when they got there between 4:30 and 4:45 Monday afternoon.
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The building was evacuated, and workers were allowed in after about an hour, but one was taken to a hospital to be treated for smoke inhalation.

The state Fire Marshal's office is investigating the cause of the blaze.



VIDEO: Barbershop reopens... with some help



By: Mellany Armstrong


A beloved barbershop in Wilmington is rising from the ashes.
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WDEL's Mellany Armstrong reports.

Rashad's Barbershop in the 600 block of East 7th Street accidentally burned down in 2006. Owner Rashad Salahuddin says his grand opening is something he's looked forward to for three years.

The shop was a neighborhood gathering place, and folks are happy to be back.

The shop has all new barber chairs. Salahuddin plans to hang a photo of his wife in the shop. She passed away after the fire. Salahuddin got some financial help from the city of Wilmington so he could reopen, and a lot of emotional support from friends and neighbors.



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