Moderate Risk Maryland  ·  Hurricane / Chesapeake Flooding

Talbot County MD

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LAST UPDATED: Mar 2026

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
37
Area
268
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Hurricane / Chesapeake Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Talbot County MD in Maryland faces hurricane / chesapeake flooding risk across its 268 square mile area. Easton on the Eastern Shore serves this Chesapeake Bay county with watermen heritage. Talbot serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// Preparedness Recommendations

  • Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
  • Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
  • Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
  • Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.

// Recommended Supplies

Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 6 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Hurricane / Chesapeake Flooding
Secondary Hazard Tornado
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event Dorian 2019
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (410) 770-8010
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Talbot County MD
State Maryland (MD)
Population 37
Area 268 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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