Anne Arundel County Department of Health, Anne Arundel County, Maryland

Storms and Floods

Updated: 10.27.112003 Flooding in Downtown Annapolis After Tropical Storm Isabel

The Department of Health offers these links to help County residents cope with storms, floods and other emergencies. Online assistance is also available in Spanish. Información en Español sobre huracanes y otras emergencias.

For facts and assistance on:

Preparedness and Recovery

• Anne Arundel County - Be Prepared
  • Local Traveler Information (Maryland Department of Transportation)
  • Storm-Related Information in Anne Arundel County
• Flood Preparedness and Recovery (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
• Lightning Safety and Thunderstorms (NOAA)
• Power Outages (CDC)
• Tornadoes - Are You Ready? (PDF) (APHA)
• Hurricane and Storm Recovery
  • Well Water, Food Safety and Mold
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
  • FEMA - Are You Ready? Guide
  • FEMA - Disaster Information
  • National Hurricane Center
  • National Weather Service

Portable Generator Hazards

• FEMA - Portable Generator Hazards Fact Sheet (PDF)