ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore on Monday declared a State of Preparedness for Maryland ahead of a hazardous heat wave expected to bring dangerously high temperatures across much of the state. The declaration aims to enhance government coordination and ensure the state is ready to respond swiftly to potential heat-related hazards. The National Weather Service forecasts extreme heat from Monday through […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Following severe flooding in Western Maryland earlier this month, Governor Wes Moore has requested a Joint Preliminary Damage Assessment from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). This assessment will help determine if the state meets the criteria for a Presidential Disaster Declaration, unlocking federal aid for communities impacted by the May 13-14 floods. Torrential rainfall and flash flooding caused […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore is urging Marylanders to exercise extreme caution as severe flash flooding continues to impact parts of the state. Western Maryland, and particularly Allegany County, has experienced significant flooding due to heavy rainfall, prompting evacuations and emergency responses. Since midnight, the area has received an estimated 4.65 inches of rainfall, with more expected. The North Branch Potomac […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—Perry Hall High School will hold a mass casualty simulation event this week. The event will be held on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, according to Councilman David Marks. There will be emergency vehicles present on the school’s campus on Tuesday. These vehicles are part of the simulation. Residents should not be concerned.
BALTIMORE, MD—Marylanders are invited to join the Great Maryland Twister Test on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. EDT. The statewide tornado drill is part of the 2025 Maryland Severe Storms Awareness Week, April 7-11, 2025, and aims to prepare residents for what to do in the event of a tornado warning. The drill is being coordinated by the […]
ROSEDALE, MD—Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC) will be conducting emergency drills across all its campuses and extension centers on February 13, 2025. The drills, part of the college’s emergency preparedness plan, will involve two simultaneous scenarios, one during the day and one in the evening. The drills will simulate potential emergencies such as bomb threats, severe weather, fires, and […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore is urging Marylanders to avoid non-essential travel so highway crews can continue to clear up from the winter storm. In a press conference, the governor emphasized the need for clear roads to allow highway crews to work effectively and for residents to stay safe in the face of bitter cold temperatures and wind chills. “Maryland is […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has declared a State of Emergency due to the winter storm that’s currently bearing down on Maryland. The storm brings with it the potential for significant snowfall, hazardous road conditions, and disruptions to public transportation. The storm is expected to bring sustained low temperatures and windchill, increasing the threat of icy roadways, frozen pipes, and extreme […]