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Prepare for Weather-Related Outages

Tropical Storm Isaias expected to bring high winds and flooding Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) is monitoring weather forecasts as Tropical Storm Isaias heads north along the eastern seaboard. With the potential impact of heavy rains and high winds facing Southern Maryland on Tuesday, area residents are urged to take steps to prepare for possible […]

Important Weather Update / Storm Readiness

Please read the following HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK issued at 5:24 am on August 2, 2020 from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) / National Weather Service: Hazardous Weather Outlook National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC 524 AM EDT Sun Aug 2 2020 Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD- Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island […]

Cooling Centers Operations Extended Due to Extreme Heat

Emergency Cooling Centers Operations Extended Due to Extreme Heat Based on the latest National Weather Service forecast with the heat index value expected to remain at 100-105 degrees through Thursday, July 23, the Calvert County Department of Public Safety, Division of Emergency Management, will keep cooling centers open for residents who need to take refuge […]

Cooling Centers Available During Sweltering Temperatures

The National Weather Service has forecasted high temperatures with a heat index value exceeding 95 degrees through Wednesday, July 22, 2020. The Calvert County Department of Public Safety, Division of Emergency Management, will open two cooling centers in the county for residents who need to take refuge from the heat in a safe, cool place, […]

Residents Advised to Keep Pets Safe

During Sweltering Temperatures The National Weather Service has forecasted high temperatures with a heat index value exceeding 95 degrees, Sunday, July 19, through Wednesday, July 22. The Calvert County Department of Public Safety, Division of Animal Control, has issued an animal safety alert due to excessive heat and advises citizens to take steps to keep […]

Rush Hour May Disrupt Bay Bridge Operations Today

Inclement Weather May Disrupt Two-Way Operations During Afternoon Rush-Hour Motorists advised to call 1-877-BAYSPAN (229-7726) for current traffic conditions. Inclement weather may disrupt two-way operations (during which one lane of eastbound traffic is directed to the westbound span) at the Bay Bridge. Two-way is prohibited during bridge wind warnings/restrictions or times of precipitation. The bridge […]

High Winds, Flooding Anticipated for Southern Maryland

And the Eastern Shore The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) is preparing for a potential storm that could impact parts of Maryland tonight and tomorrow. High winds, flooding and rip currents are expected in parts of the Eastern Shore and southern Maryland, according to the National Weather Service. Statewide, MDOT SHA […]

Class to Teach Residents How to Spot Hazardous Weather

The Calvert County Department of Public Safety, Division of Emergency Management, in partnership with the National Weather Service (NWS), will host a free virtual training session to teach Calvert County residents how to spot and report hazardous weather. The session will be held Tuesday, June 30, 2020, from 6-8 p.m. The SKYWARN® basic training course […]