Emergency Alerts

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Flood Watches and Tornado Watches are in place now for the most of MD. If you receive a tornado warning seek shelter immediately.​​​

Expected Impacts:
  • Travel may be dangerous.
  • Heavy rains and high winds are likely to impact much of Maryland.
  • Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.​
  • Localized flooding or tornadoes are possible.​

Actions to Take:

  • Stay alert, check the latest weather forecast for your area, and have several ways of receiving emergency alerts.
  • Persons should delay all travel if possible. 
  • If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and have a have an emergency kit ​in your vehicle.​
  • Never drive over standing water when you don't know how deep it is.​
  • Call 511 to obtain the latest road conditions.​
  • If a tornado is forecasted for your area, avoid being near windows and move to a secure room such as a basement or bathroom if possible.