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Governor Hogan proclaims inaugural Maryland Winter Safety Week

Posted on December 2, 2019 by Chris Montcalmo

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is partnering with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the National Weather Service (NWS), the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA), the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), the Maryland State Police (MSP), and local and state emergency management coordinators to encourage all Marylanders to learn more about winter safety and […]

Gov. Hogan authorizes Md. Helicopter Aquatic Helicopter Rescue Team to assist with Hurricane Dorian efforts in NC

Posted on September 6, 2019 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Thursday authorized the deployment of members of the Maryland Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Team (MD-HART) to North Carolina to assist in potential rescues from the effects of Hurricane Dorian. As the storm continues its track up the coast, Governor Hogan has been in contact with North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster, and […]

Hurricane Dorian projected path: Chesapeake Bay risk increasing

Posted on September 4, 2019 by Chris Montcalmo

UPDATE: A Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for portions of Maryland. Original story below… —— NOTTINGHAM, MD – Hurricane Dorian, one of the most powerful Atlantic hurricanes in years, may have a serious impact on the Chesapeake Bay. The storm has already devastated the Bahamas and is now beginning to wreak havoc along the eastern coast of Florida. Hurricane […]

Macroburst caused Wednesday storm damage in Perry Hall, White Marsh

Posted on May 31, 2019 by Chris Montcalmo

PERRY HALL, MD – The National Weather Service has determined what caused Wednesday’s severe storm damage in Perry Hall and White Marsh – and it wasn’t a tornado. Forecasters say a “macroburst” was responsible for wreaking havoc on trees and power lines in the area. Northeastern Baltimore County and southern Harford County were hit by a macroburst, which produced damaging […]

Governor Hogan announces ‘Safe Schools Maryland’ initiative, appoints anti-human trafficking director

Posted on October 4, 2018 by Chris Montcalmo

Governor Larry Hogan has announced a pair of important new initiatives over the past week, one aimed at improving safety in schools and the other aimed at putting an end to human trafficking. Safe Schools Maryland Governor Hogan has announced the launch of “Safe Schools Maryland,” a tip line and mobile app designed to streamline reporting of possible threats to students school […]

Governor Hogan declares State of Emergency for Hurricane Florence

Posted on September 10, 2018 by Chris Montcalmo

Governor Larry Hogan has signed an Executive declaring a state of emergency for the state of Maryland beginning Monday, September 10, 2018 ahead of the landfall of Hurricane Florence. The executive order will allow state officials to more efficiently coordinate support and provide assistance to local jurisdictions within Maryland and neighboring states. “At this time, there is still some uncertainty […]

MEMA reminds Marylanders to prepare for continued flooding from ongoing storms

Posted on July 24, 2018 by Chris Montcalmo

As rain continues to fall throughout much of Maryland, the Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is reminding residents to be ready for additional storms and flooding through Wednesday, with heavy bands of rain forecast Tuesday night. MEMA has been coordinating with weather forecast offices and local emergency managers statewide. The National Weather Service has indicated a risk for excessive rainfall […]

Governor Hogan announces statewide flood response efforts

Posted on May 29, 2018 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD – Governor Larry Hogan has directed Maryland state agencies to coordinate and work together to keep Marylanders safe and informed following Sunday’s severe weather, which included extensive and persistent rain, major flooding, and power outages in multiple locations throughout the state. Ellicott City in Howard County was particularly devastated by this weather event, which also included significant flooding in […]

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