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Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) retweeted
Important election information for voters going to Robert J. DiPietro Community Center to vote! #MDVotes #TrustedInfo2026
Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) retweeted
⚠️ RESIDENTS IN MONTGOMERY AND PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTIES:
Following a power outage at the Potomac Water Filtration Plant earlier today, residents may experience water service disruptions this evening.
While water is safe to consume, @WSSCWaterNews is asking customers to only use water for essential use as crews continue to work on a resolution.
Our office is coordinating with state and local officials, as well as @WSSCWaterNews, and we will provide updates as soon as possible.
Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) retweeted
Essential Water Use Only Request
We’re asking customers to use water only as necessary, including limiting outdoor water use.
Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) retweeted
Intense downpours and flash flooding threats are rolling through parts of the country this week. 🌧️⚠️
Heavy rain can compromise your visibility and traction in seconds. Protect yourself and others with these critical adjustments. ⤵️
Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) retweeted
Due to last evening's storm and the ongoing BGE power outage, Light Rail service from Patapsco to Cromwell and BWI Airport is suspended. Cromwell Station currently is inaccessible. A bus bridge in in place to accommodate patrons...
mta.maryland.gov/service-ale…
Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) retweeted
UPDATE: Light Rail Service Suspension: Cromwell service will terminate at North Linthicum. Bus Bridge is now operating from Patapsco Station to North Linthicum only. Updates will follow
mta.maryland.gov/service-ale…
Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) retweeted
Alert: Anne Arundel County; MD 648 east/west; all lanes are closed between I-97 and MD 176 due to utility poles/wires down. Closure expected to last up to one week. Please use alternative routes. Visit roads.maryland.gov for road closure information. #MDtraffic tr
Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) retweeted
We’re aware of reports of a fish kill in the Potomac River near Seneca. Our biologist recorded water temperatures at a record 94°F. This can trigger a summer turnover event, when layered warm and cold water suddenly mix and oxygen-poor water rises to the surface, stressing fish.
Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) retweeted
ALERT: ANNE ARUDEL COUNTY: HAZARDOUS CONDITION: I-97 NORTHBOUND PRIOR TO EXIT 12 MD 3 CRAIN HIGHWAY: ALL LANES CLOSED: USE AN ALTERNATE ROUTE: EXPECT MAJOR DELAYS: #MDTRAFFIC SOC
Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) retweeted
Maryland's Statewide Tornado Drill will be at 10am this morning via NOAA Weather Radio. Speaking of which, Tornadoes are the threat discussed today for Maryland's Severe Storms Awareness Week. More info on both for #mdwx here: weather.gov/lwx/MDSevereStor…
Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) retweeted
NEWS RELEASE: Maryland Department of the Environment Lifts Precautionary Shellfish Harvesting Closure in Potomac River
More information and detailed sampling data is available on our website. mde.maryland.gov
Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) retweeted
RELEASE: Charles & Prince George’s counties lift recreational water advisories. Montgomery County’s advisory remains until further notice. No advisory is needed for the Potomac River in St. Mary’s County.
Health, shellfish, fishing & boating guidance: bit.ly/3OJaPsv.
ALT The Potomac River on a sunny day. News. Health officials provide update on recreational water advisories for counties impacted by Potomac Interceptor spill.
Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) retweeted
NEWS RELEASE: Maryland Department of the Environment Releases Latest Sampling Results Maintaining Positive Shellfish Conditions After Potomac Interceptor Spill
Precautionary Harvesting Closure to be Lifted March 10
Read the full article - mde.maryland.gov
Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) retweeted
The safety of Marylanders comes first and this storm has the potential to produce life-threatening conditions across large parts of Maryland.
Please stay off the roads, check on your neighbors, listen to local authorities, and take this storm seriously to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Liberal leave is in effect for the Maryland State government on Monday, February 23. The State will continue to assess conditions throughout the night and will update any decision regarding closure if necessary.
For more information about our state actions in response to this storm, see go.md.gov/Feb-StateOfEmergen…
Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) retweeted
BRIDGE💨STATUS: Bay Bridge PHASE 3 Full Wind Restrictions in effect. Winds Exceeding 50 MPH. WIND POLICY: go.usa.gov/xP6ua.
Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) retweeted
Ice remains an issue on area waterways & untreated surfaces. Never walk on frozen bodies of water such as the Chesapeake Bay & nearby inlets, rivers, harbors, pools, & ponds as ice could be unstable. Also watch for falling snow/ice from elevated surfaces. #MDwx #VAwx #WVwx #DCwx
Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) retweeted
Much colder this weekend with breezy to windy conditions expected. Peak winds will occur on Saturday, with gusts of 35-50 mph possible in most areas (highest near the coast), with 45-55+ mph gusts on the Eastern Shore.
ALT There is a map showing the maximum wind gusts over the next 72 hours on the left with a breakdown of wind gusts for several locations every 3 hours on the right. The maximum wind gust is expected to be 40 mph at Richmond, 39 mph at Emporia, 49 mph at Norfolk, 45 mph at Elizabeth City, 51 mph at Cambridge, and 58 mph at Accomac. Much colder this weekend with breezy to windy conditions expected. Peak winds will occur on Saturday, with gusts of 35-50 mph possible in most areas (highest near the coast), with 45-55+ mph gusts on the Eastern Shore. In addition, it will be very cold Saturday night with lows mainly in the teens (upper single digits possible across the Eastern Shore) and wind chills ranging from -5 to 0 degrees near the coast (coldest on the Eastern Shore) to 0-10 degrees inland.
Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) retweeted
An updated Day 3-7 Hazards Outlook has been issued. wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/threats/th…
