Residents across New Castle County woke up Sunday to snow-covered roads, buried cars, and one of Wilmington’s most significant December snowfalls in years.

By 9 a.m. Sunday, snowfall began to taper off after a several-hour stretch across the Delaware Valley, including New Castle County.

Although the snow arrived on a day that did not impact school schedules, travel plans were disrupted for many throughout the region.

Impact on travel

Several crashes were reported across the area, including vehicles sliding off roadways.

Exact figures for the number of crashes in New Castle County on December 14, 2025, are not yet available.

Air travel was also affected. According to FlightAware , both Wilmington Airport and Philadelphia International Airport adjusted operations due to the storm.

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