(PIKESVILLE, MD) — Maryland State Police are joining their partners at the State Highway Administration and Maryland Emergency Management Agency in urging motorists to use caution as they travel during the ongoing heavy rain, especially during the rush hours tonight and tomorrow morning. Drivers are reminded that the ongoing heavy rain is contributing to water laying Read the Rest…
Disaster Recovery Starts Before the Storm Arrives (Reisterstown, MD. August 27, 2011) – Persons who are interested in volunteering their time and talent or making donations to people in need in the aftermath of Hurricane Irene are asked to contact the Maryland Volunteers and Donations Management Team at 1-877-868-4954. MEMA is asking members of the public Read the Rest…
ANNAPOLIS, MD (May 3, 2011) – “In light of recent events and the start of a new growing season, this is a good time to remind farmers and agribusinesses of on-farm biosecurity measures and to double check that they are in place. I encourage farmers and agribusinesses to be aware of their surroundings, remain alert and Read the Rest…
Marylanders encouraged to report suspicious activity While there have been no direct threats to Maryland or the state’s infrastructure following the slaying of terrorist leader Osama bin Laden, policy and safety officials are stepping up patrols and reviewing security plans. Sgt. Jonathan Green, spokesman for the Maryland Transportation Authority police, said patrols will be increased Read the Rest…
BALTIMORE, MD (April 29, 2011) – The Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with representatives from the Target Corporation which will enhance disaster response and recovery, and Maryland’s ability to assist victims and return those citizens quickly to a sense of normalcy after a catastrophic event. According to Read the Rest…