Moderate Risk Maryland  ·  Hurricane / Chesapeake Flooding

Baltimore City MD

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
585
Area
80
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Hurricane / Chesapeake Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Baltimore City MD in Maryland faces hurricane / chesapeake flooding risk across its 80 square mile area. Baltimore faces Chesapeake Bay storm surge flooding and is Maryland's largest city. Baltimore City MD 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 Ida 2021
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (410) 396-3100
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Baltimore City MD
State Maryland (MD)
Population 585
Area 80 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Recent Incidents

Key Bridge Baltimore Collapse
Baltimore MD  ·  20240326
Critical
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// Other Maryland Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.

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Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse Site Baltimore MD
Bridge / Critical Crossing  ·  Baltimore, MD  ·  Maryland Transportation Authority  ·  2-mi risk zone
10/10 Critical
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Baltimore Rail Tunnels Maryland
Rail Infrastructure  ·  Baltimore, MD  ·  Amtrak / CSX  ·  2-mi risk zone
9/10 Critical
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Key Bridge Baltimore MD
Bridge / Critical Crossing  ·  Baltimore, MD  ·  Maryland Transportation Authority  ·  1-mi risk zone
8/10 High
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Johns Hopkins Hospital MD
Major Hospital  ·  Baltimore, MD  ·  Johns Hopkins Medicine  ·  5-mi risk zone
7/10 High
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M&T Bank Stadium Baltimore MD
Stadium / Arena  ·  Baltimore, MD  ·  Baltimore Ravens / NFL  ·  2-mi risk zone
7/10 High
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Camden Yards Baltimore MD
Stadium / Arena  ·  Baltimore, MD  ·  Baltimore Orioles / MLB  ·  2-mi risk zone
7/10 High
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Baltimore City Water System MD
Water Treatment  ·  Baltimore, MD  ·  Baltimore City Department of Public Works  ·  5-mi risk zone
7/10 High

Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.