Maryland Emergency Preparedness
Based on 31 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in Maryland.
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Risk Score
Moderate
Top Threats in Maryland
Hurricane (6 declarations)
Low Severe Storm (7 declarations)
Low Flood (10 declarations)
Low Winter Storm (0 declarations)
Low FEMA Disaster History
Maryland has had 31 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.
Declarations by Type
Flood 10
Severe Storm 7
Hurricane 6
Snowstorm 6
Biological 1
Tornado 1
Recent Declarations
Tropical Storm Isaias 2021-02-04
Covid-19 Pandemic 2020-03-26
Severe Storm And Flooding 2018-07-02
Severe Storms And Flooding 2018-06-25
Severe Storm And Flooding 2016-09-16
Preparedness Tips for Maryland
- ✓ Keep a hurricane kit stocked with at least 7 days of supplies during hurricane season (June through November)
- ✓ Know your evacuation zone and plan multiple routes out of town
- ✓ Install impact-resistant windows or keep plywood pre-cut for boarding up
- ✓ Store important documents in waterproof containers
Emergency Contacts
Recommended Gear
Generator
Power outages lasting days or weeks are common after hurricanes
Water Filtration
Storm surge and flooding can contaminate municipal water
Emergency Food Supply
Supply chains can be disrupted for extended periods