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Heavy Rain to Continue Throughout Maryland

HEAVY RAIN TO CONTINUE THROUGHOUT MARYLAND   RESIDENTS SHOULD PREPARE FOR POTENTIAL FLOODING NOW, POSSIBLE EFFECTS FROM HURRICANE JOAQUIN THIS WEEKEND   REISTERSTOWN, Md. (October 1, 2015) — With heavy rains affecting much of Maryland today on top of significant rainfall earlier this week, residents should make appropriate preparations for flooding that may be occurring  Read the Rest…

RESIDENTS, TRAVELERS IN NORTHERN, WESTERN MARYLAND URGED TO BE PREPARED FOR EARLY-SEASON WINTER STORM

REISTERSTOWN, MD (October 28, 2011) – Residents and people travelling in northern and western sections of Maryland should be prepared for hazardous conditions this weekend as an unusual October snow storm is predicted. A dusting to perhaps eight inches of snow is predicted from Friday night until Saturday afternoon in the northern tier of Maryland counties,  Read the Rest…

As Susquehanna River Recedes Evacuees are Preparing to Return Home

MEMA Provides Safety Tips for Residents Returning Home Reisterstown, Maryland (September 10, 2011) – Even though the floodwaters of the Susquehanna River are beginning to recede the dangers of flooding are not over, according to the Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA). MEMA is working with local officials to support the safety of lives and property after  Read the Rest…

TROOPER RESCUES WOMAN FROM SUBMERGING VEHICLE

(BEL AIR, MD) – A Maryland state trooper’s rescue of a Harford County woman whose vehicle was being submerged in flood waters last night is a reminder of why police, fire, and emergency management personnel are urging motorists not to drive into areas flooded by the continuing rain.   At about 8:30 p.m. yesterday, Corporal Ray  Read the Rest…

Port Deposit Mandatory Evacuation Order Beginning at 8pm

Port Deposit, MD – Mayor Wayne L. Tome, Sr. has issued a mandatory evacuation order beginning at 8:00 pm on Thursday, September 9th, 2011. All residents of Main Street should prepare to evacuate.  A shelter has been established at Perryville High School on Perrylawn Avenue.  You are encouraaged to take an emergency kit with you.  Some  Read the Rest…

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