The Department of Emergency Services has requested eight
high water vehicles and support staff from the National Guard to support
potential flood related events and been approved. These resources will arrive this morning to
support local efforts already in place.
We appreciate this collaborative effort from federal, state and local
agencies to support the residents and businesses within our communities.
“Residents are urged to report roads that appear to be
impassable to Dorchester County Emergency Services at 410-228-2222, and stay
tuned to local television and radio for the most up to date information.” Anna Sierra, Director of Emergency Services said Friday
morning.
If travel is necessary do not attempt to
drive through water of unknown depth.
LINKS:
Register to receive county updates: https://member.everbridge.net/index/892807736724055#/login
‘Know Your Zone’ Map: http://choosecambridge.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=a0f6c1ab8a14447fb080e3abcd43a165
If you would like to
register to receive alerts directly you can sign up at: http://www.dorchestercountymd.com/ go to button that says “sign up for emergency alerts”.
If you are in a life
threatening situation, please call 911.