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Snow falls on downstate Delaware

Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Chuck Snyder/Special To The News Journal
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Chuck Snyder/Special To The News Journal
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Chuck Snyder/Special To The News Journal
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Chuck Snyder/Special To The News Journal
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Chuck Snyder/Special To The News Journal
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Chuck Snyder/Special To The News Journal
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Chuck Snyder/Special To The News Journal
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Chuck Snyder/Special To The News Journal
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Chuck Snyder/Special To The News Journal
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Chuck Snyder/Special To The News Journal
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Chuck Snyder/Special To The News Journal
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Chuck Snyder/Special To The News Journal
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Chuck Snyder/Special To The News Journal
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Chuck Snyder/Special To The News Journal
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Chuck Snyder/Special To The News Journal
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls in Dewey Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Chuck Snyder/Special To The News Journal
DelDot snow plows remove snow from Savannah Road in  Lewes.
DelDot snow plows remove snow from Savannah Road in Lewes.
Jason Minto, The News Journal
Snow starts to lay on fire wood that is for sale in Lewes.
Snow starts to lay on fire wood that is for sale in Lewes.
Jason Minto, The News Journal
Jean Athan of Ocean View brought two dogs to the beach to play in the sand and snow on Saturday, Jan7, 2017.
Jean Athan of Ocean View brought two dogs to the beach to play in the sand and snow on Saturday, Jan7, 2017.
Staff Photo By Ryan Marshall
Empty sidewalks and streets as winter storm Helena hits downtown Lewes.
Empty sidewalks and streets as winter storm Helena hits downtown Lewes.
Jason Minto, The News Journal
Snow starts to cover seats at 2 Dips in Lewes.
Snow starts to cover seats at 2 Dips in Lewes.
Jason Minto, The News Journal
Jean Athan of Ocean View brought two dogs to the beach to play in the sand and snow on Saturday, Jan7, 2017.
Jean Athan of Ocean View brought two dogs to the beach to play in the sand and snow on Saturday, Jan7, 2017.
Staff Photo By Ryan Marshall
Two cars travel south on Coastal Highway in Bethany Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Two cars travel south on Coastal Highway in Bethany Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Staff Photo By Ryan Marshall
Sam Irwin, of Bethany Beach, fights through the wind, sand and snow on the Bethany Beach boardwalk Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Sam Irwin, of Bethany Beach, fights through the wind, sand and snow on the Bethany Beach boardwalk Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Staff Photo By Ryan Marshall
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
CHUCK SNYDER/Special To The News Journal
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
CHUCK SNYDER/Special To The News Journal
A green Jeep travels south on Coastal Highway in Bethany Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
A green Jeep travels south on Coastal Highway in Bethany Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Staff Photo By Ryan Marshall
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
CHUCK SNYDER/Special To The News Journal
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
CHUCK SNYDER/Special To The News Journal
The Christmas tree at the Bethany Beach boardwalk was covered in snow Saturday morning on Jan. 7, 2017.
The Christmas tree at the Bethany Beach boardwalk was covered in snow Saturday morning on Jan. 7, 2017.
Staff Photo By Ryan Marshall
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
CHUCK SNYDER/Special To The News Journal
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
CHUCK SNYDER/Special To The News Journal
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
CHUCK SNYDER/Special To The News Journal
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
CHUCK SNYDER/Special To The News Journal
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
CHUCK SNYDER/Special To The News Journal
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
CHUCK SNYDER/Special To The News Journal
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
CHUCK SNYDER/Special To The News Journal
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
Low visibility caused by windy conditions has made travel difficult on Coastal Highway as snow continues to fall in the Rehoboth Beach area with plows and snow removers trying to keep up. The boardwalk is getting covered by drifting snow as some brave souls did venture out to see it.
CHUCK SNYDER/Special To The News Journal
Louie, left, and Otis run through the sand and snow at Bethany Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Louie, left, and Otis run through the sand and snow at Bethany Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Staff Photo By Ryan Marshall
A man takes a selfie in the snow on the Bethany Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
A man takes a selfie in the snow on the Bethany Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Staff Photo By Ryan Marshall
Snow started falling at Rehoboth Beach around 5:15 a.m.Saturday covering the boardwalk and roads with winds blowing about 20 mph out of the northeast.   Forecasts are for up to 6-8 inches with possible white out conditions as the snow increases.
Snow started falling at Rehoboth Beach around 5:15 a.m.Saturday covering the boardwalk and roads with winds blowing about 20 mph out of the northeast. Forecasts are for up to 6-8 inches with possible white out conditions as the snow increases.
CHUCK SNYDER/SPECIAL TO THE NEWS JOURNAL
Snow started falling at Rehoboth Beach around 5:15 a.m.Saturday covering the boardwalk and roads with winds blowing about 20 mph out of the northeast.   Forecasts are for up to 6-8 inches with possible white out conditions as the snow increases.
Snow started falling at Rehoboth Beach around 5:15 a.m.Saturday covering the boardwalk and roads with winds blowing about 20 mph out of the northeast. Forecasts are for up to 6-8 inches with possible white out conditions as the snow increases.
CHUCK SNYDER/SPECIAL TO THE NEWS JOURNAL
Snow started falling at Rehoboth Beach around 5:15 a.m.Saturday covering the boardwalk and roads with winds blowing about 20 mph out of the northeast.   Forecasts are for up to 6-8 inches with possible white out conditions as the snow increases.
Snow started falling at Rehoboth Beach around 5:15 a.m.Saturday covering the boardwalk and roads with winds blowing about 20 mph out of the northeast. Forecasts are for up to 6-8 inches with possible white out conditions as the snow increases.
CHUCK SNYDER/SPECIAL TO THE NEWS JOURNAL
People frolic in the snow at Rehoboth Beach on Saturday.
People frolic in the snow at Rehoboth Beach on Saturday.
Jaci Smith, The News Journal
Snow started falling at Rehoboth Beach around 5:15 a.m.Saturday covering the boardwalk and roads with winds blowing about 20 mph out of the northeast.   Forecasts are for up to 6-8 inches with possible white out conditions as the snow increases.
Snow started falling at Rehoboth Beach around 5:15 a.m.Saturday covering the boardwalk and roads with winds blowing about 20 mph out of the northeast. Forecasts are for up to 6-8 inches with possible white out conditions as the snow increases.
CHUCK SNYDER/SPECIAL TO THE NEWS JOURNAL
Snow started falling at Rehoboth Beach around 5:15 a.m.Saturday covering the boardwalk and roads with winds blowing about 20 mph out of the northeast.   Forecasts are for up to 6-8 inches with possible white out conditions as the snow increases.
Snow started falling at Rehoboth Beach around 5:15 a.m.Saturday covering the boardwalk and roads with winds blowing about 20 mph out of the northeast. Forecasts are for up to 6-8 inches with possible white out conditions as the snow increases.
CHUCK SNYDER/SPECIAL TO THE NEWS JOURNAL
Snow has started at Rehoboth Beach around 5:15 am as roads and the boardwalk are starting to get covered with the wind blowing approx. 20mph out of the northeast on the ocean.  Forecasts are for up to 6-8 inches with possible Snow has started at Rehoboth Beach around 5:15 am as roads and the boardwalk are starting to get covered with the wind blowing approx. 20 mph out of the northeast on the ocean.  Forecasts are for up to 6-8 inches with possible white out conditions as the snow increases.white out conditions as the snow increase's.
Snow has started at Rehoboth Beach around 5:15 am as roads and the boardwalk are starting to get covered with the wind blowing approx. 20mph out of the northeast on the ocean. Forecasts are for up to 6-8 inches with possible Snow has started at Rehoboth Beach around 5:15 am as roads and the boardwalk are starting to get covered with the wind blowing approx. 20 mph out of the northeast on the ocean. Forecasts are for up to 6-8 inches with possible white out conditions as the snow increases.white out conditions as the snow increase's.
CHUCK SNYDER/SPECIAL TO THE NEWS JOURNAL
Snow falls on the Bethany Beach boardwalk on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls on the Bethany Beach boardwalk on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Staff Photo By Ryan Marshall
Snow falls on Bethany Beach near the boardwalk on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls on Bethany Beach near the boardwalk on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Staff Photo By Ryan Marshall
Snow falls on Bethany Beach near the boardwalk on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls on Bethany Beach near the boardwalk on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Staff Photo By Ryan Marshall
Snow falls on Bethany Beach near the boardwalk on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls on Bethany Beach near the boardwalk on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Staff Photo By Ryan Marshall
Snow falls on the dunes in Bethany Beach near the boardwalk on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls on the dunes in Bethany Beach near the boardwalk on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Staff Photo By Ryan Marshall
Snow falls on Bethany Beach near the boardwalk on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls on Bethany Beach near the boardwalk on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Staff Photo By Ryan Marshall
Snow falls on Bethany Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Snow falls on Bethany Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Staff Photo By Ryan Marshall
Sam Irwin, of Bethany Beach, takes a photo of the beach on Bethany Beach boardwalk Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Sam Irwin, of Bethany Beach, takes a photo of the beach on Bethany Beach boardwalk Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Staff Photo By Ryan Marshall
Louie, right and Otis run through the sand and snow at Bethany Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Louie, right and Otis run through the sand and snow at Bethany Beach on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
Staff Photo By Ryan Marshall
A women walks along Savannah Road as winter storm Helena hits downtown Lewes.
A women walks along Savannah Road as winter storm Helena hits downtown Lewes.
Jason Minto, The News Journal
View of Savannah Road as winter storm Helena hits downtown Lewes.
View of Savannah Road as winter storm Helena hits downtown Lewes.
Jason Minto, The News Journal
View a bench along Lewes Beach as winter storm Helena hits.
View a bench along Lewes Beach as winter storm Helena hits.
Jason Minto, The News Journal
Snow covers a entry door at a historic home in downtown Lewes.
Snow covers a entry door at a historic home in downtown Lewes.
Jason Minto, The News Journal
A pedestrian walks along Savannah Road in Lewes.
A pedestrian walks along Savannah Road in Lewes.
Jason Minto, The News Journal