From Harford County government: September is National Preparedness Month: “Disasters Don’t Plan Ahead. You Can.” Hurricane Harvey is a tragic reminder that catastrophic weather events can happen anywhere, anytime. September is National Preparedness Month and now is the time to review your emergency plans, make sure your support networks are in place, and update your […]
Maryland Emergency Management Agency Promotes Awareness During Hurricane Preparedness Week
From the Maryland Emergency Management Agency: This week is Maryland Hurricane Preparedness Week and the Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is teaming up with the National Weather Service (NWS) and local emergency managers to promote citizen awareness and preparedness. The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June to November. The height of our season in Maryland […]
Hurricane Joaquin Veers Off-Shore; Heavy Rain, Wind, Flooding Still Expected; Events Cancelled
From Harford County government: Good Afternoon, as promised I wanted to give everyone an update on Hurricane Joaquin. At this time, the hurricane is expected to remain off-shore and pose no real threat to Harford County. However, we still expect heavy rain today and overnight from a different weather system and that may cause some […]
Harford County Monitors Hurricane Joaquin; Heavy Rain, Flash Flooding, High Water, Wind Gusts Expected
From Harford County government: At this time, Harford County is monitoring Hurricane Joaquin very closely. It’s impacts if any will most likely be Sunday or Monday. I will keep everyone up-to-date as the system gets closer; however, it’s never to early to prepare for your family. In the meantime, Harford County should expect heavy rain […]
Harford County Recognizes National Hurricane Preparedness Week; Safety Tips Provided for Upcoming Hurricane Season
From Harford County government: It only takes one storm to change your life and your community. In recognition of National Hurricane Preparedness Week, May 24 – 30, the Harford County Department of Emergency Services is teaming up with the Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the National Weather Service […]
Harford County Department of Emergency Services Hosts Hurricane Response and Recovery Exercise
From Harford County government: The Harford County Department of Emergency Services recently hosted a one-day training exercise focused on hurricane response and recovery. The exercise was held at Harford Community College. The exercise was conducted by Dr. Walter Maestri, former Emergency Manager for Jefferson Parrish in New Orleans and Kenneth R. Widelski, Emergency Response Meteorologist […]
Harford County Department of Emergency Services Announces Hurricane Season Predictions
From the Harford County Department of Emergency Services: (Forest Hill, MD) – The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has announced its outlook for the 2014 hurricane season which began June 1 and continues through November 30, 2014. NOAA is predicting a near-normal or slightly below normal season for Atlantic hurricanes. However, climate change can […]
Hurricane Season Predicted to be Above Normal; Harford County Officials Recommend Early Preparedness
From Harford County government: The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) recently announced its hurricane season forecast for the remainder of 2013. The NOAA predicts six to nine hurricanes during the peak hurricane season which begins in mid-August and runs through mid-October. “Hurricane season is upon us,” said Harford County Emergency Manager Rick Ayers. “It […]
