The Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

​Storm Information:

Call 2-1-1 for storm shelter and safety information

• Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) - Storm Information
• Local Emergency Center Contacts and Hotline
• Local Health Departments
• Storm Information ​- American Sign Language​​

• Emergency RX Waiver from MIA
• Governor O'Malley Signs Executive Order Declaring State Of Emergency In Maryland
• Maryland Urges Hurricane Preparedness Plans to Include Pets

• Emergency RX Waiver from MIA
• Have a Medication Plan
• Have an emergency kit      
• Prepare your family      
• Have emergency supplies   
• Deciding to stay     
• Deciding to evacuate  

During a storm: 

• Stay tuned to radio and televisions for official weather information and local directions
• Follow instructions given by local and state emergency officials
• Turn your refrigerator to the maximum cold setting – this will help keep your food cold longer if there is a power failure
• Fill bathtub and other containers with additional water 

After a Storm:

• Storm Survival Tips
• Health Tips
• Avoid Illness From Spoiled Foods
• Cooking without Power
• Food Safety Tips
• Cleaning Mold and Mildew
• CO Poisoning Prevention
• What You Need to Know When the Power Goes Out Unexpectedly
• Food, Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Information for Use Before and After a Disaster or Emergency
• Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning After an Emergency
• You Can Prevent Carbon Monoxide Exposure