STATE OF EMERGENCY: Allegany County Flooding

May 15, 2025, Governor Wes Moore declared a State of Emergency to strengthen the state’s coordinated response to historic flood damage in Western Maryland. The governor announced the State of Emergency declaration during his visit to Allegany County to survey the major damage incurred as the result of statewide storm activity.

“No one ever expects disaster to strike close to home, but when it does, the strength and resilience of our communities become clear,” said Maryland Department of Emergency Management Secretary Russ Strickland. “The people of Western Maryland faced unimaginable flooding with courage and saved lives through the quick action of local responders. Under Governor Moore’s emergency declaration, MDEM will continue to lead a coordinated, statewide response and recovery—working side-by-side with local officials, first responders, and our state and federal partners to support immediate needs, assess damage, and build a path toward long-term recovery. We will not leave until the work is done.”

Secretary Russ Strickland acknowledges Maryland VOAD and its members on Facebook.