Crews Prepared for Response The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) today is closely monitoring high winds, rain and subsequent potential thunderstorms in the forecast for the entire state. Extended periods of rain could lead to flooding. Crews are assembling high water signs and ensuring that chipper, chainsaw and generators are fully […]
Citizens Reminded to Prepare for Potential Impact
The Calvert County Department of Public Safety Reminds Citizens to Prepare for Potential Impact from Hurricane Dorian The Calvert County Department of Public Safety reminds citizens to prepare for inclement weather beginning tonight, Thursday, September 5 through Saturday, September 7 resulting from the track of Hurricane Dorian. Winds will average 20 to 25 mph beginning […]
Dangerous Conditions to Affect Rush Hour Today
Developing Storm to Impact Maryland with Rain, Snow, Ice and Extreme Cold Temperatures; MDOT SHA Crews Pre-Treats Roads Today in Advance of Storm The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) is tracking two storms that will impact the state beginning later today and again Tuesday afternoon. Crews are pre-treating roads today in […]
When It Rains and Floods in North Beach
When it rains, it pours, and sometimes floods! The year-to-date rainfall total for the Town of North Beach is a whopping 68.08 inches! This amount has surpassed the all-time record for rainfall in this area. Take a look at the monthly breakdown from the rain gauge located at the Department of Public Works. Totals are […]
SMECO Works to Restore Power Caused by Stella
Widespread power outages caused by ice and wind Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) crews have been working to restore service to customers who have experienced power outages that began early Tuesday morning. Tom Dennison, SMECO’s government and public affairs managing director, explained, “Ice and wind make a treacherous combination. The weight of the ice causes […]
Sand Bags Remain Available for Calvert County Residents
Heavy Rain is Forecast Through Friday Calvert County Government is continuing to provide sand bags and sand to help county residents protect their property as heavy rains continue into the weekend. Up to 10 sand bags per vehicle may be picked up today, Thursday, September 29, until 3:30 p.m. at the salt dome located at […]
Drivers Urged to Plan Ahead and Leave Early
The Maryland Department of Transportation’s State Highway Administration (SHA) is preparing for the next winter storm of the season, with precipitation expected to begin during today’s afternoon rush hour and continue all day Tuesday. While precipitation is forecasted to begin as rain in the Baltimore and Washington metro areas, it is expected to change over […]
Rain, Rain Go Away Say Fair Goers
The Calvert County Fair came during a very rainy week, dampening many fair goers’ spirits. Many vendors decided it was time to go home and sit out the weather. The carnival rides didn’t operate Thursday or Friday. Thursday was Senior Citizens Day and Special Needs Day and Rockin’ Elvis put on a show to help […]
Sandbags Available to Protect Property
Calvert County Urges Preparations for Predicted Heavy Rainfall With up to 10 inches of rain predicted for the region over the next three days, the Calvert County Department of Public Safety is urging county residents to be prepared for the potential for coastal and inland flooding. The county is making sand and sand bags available […]