Patuxent River Maryland is the community directly surrounding Naval Air Station Patuxent River — the US Navy's primary flight test and evaluation center. The installation is where every naval aircraft is tested before fleet introduction and houses the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division. The community sits on a peninsula between the Patuxent River and Chesapeake Bay at extremely low elevation. Storm surge from tropical systems poses significant flooding risk to both the installation and surrounding communities.
// 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 8 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Military / Naval Aviation / Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | — |
| County FEMA Declarations | — |
| Last Major Event | — |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 301-342-3000 |
| Elevation | 20 ft above sea level |