BALTIMORE, MD—Governor Wes Moore has issued a State of Preparedness declaration for Maryland as the remnants of Hurricane/Tropical Storm Debby are predicted to move through the region late this week.

The declaration allows the state to better prepare for the possibility of severe weather, including heavy rain, tidal flooding, and power outages.

“The safety of Marylanders is our top priority. By declaring a State of Preparedness, I am directing the Department of Emergency Management to coordinate the comprehensive preparation of State government ahead of potential impacts from the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby,” said Gov. Moore. “Residents and visitors should monitor local weather forecasts, remain vigilant, and be prepared to follow safety instructions from local emergency officials.”

The state’s emergency management department is preparing to coordinate state government’s response to the storm’s remnants.

The remnants of Hurricane Debby are expected to impact Maryland from mid-week into Saturday.

Residents are encouraged to complete preparedness activities now, and to have a plan in place to evacuate quickly if necessary.

The state is also encouraging residents to check on neighbors, especially older adults, to make sure they have the resources they need, and to have enough supplies for their household, including medication, disinfectant, and pet supplies.

This article was written with the assistance of AI and reviewed by a human editor.

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