Georgetown activates Snow Emergency Plan

GEORGETOWN, Del. – The Town of Georgetown is activating its Snow Emergency Plan at 5 p.m. Tuesday.

Parking restrictions will apply to designated snow emergency routes in order to make it easier and more effective for equipment to clear snow from the streets.

Designated snow emergency routes in the town include:

• Market Street (East and West)
• Bedford Street (North and South)
• Bridgeville Road
• Pine Street (East and West)
• Race Street (North and South)
• Front Street (North and South)
• East Laurel Street (North Bedford Street to North Race Street)
• West Laurel Street (North Bedford Street to North Front Street)
• Edward Street (North Bedford Street to North Front Street)
• West North Street (North Bedford Street to Route 113)
• Albury Avenue (East Market Street to Cedar Street)

Vehicles parked on these streets may be subject to towing if not removed.

Town ordinance also states that sidewalks must be cleared within 24 hours after a snowfall. Residents with a fire hydrant near their property are asked to ensure that it is clear and visible.