Moderate Risk Maryland  ·  Hurricane / Chesapeake Flooding

Cecil County MD

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
102
Area
348
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Hurricane / Chesapeake Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Cecil County MD in Maryland faces hurricane / chesapeake flooding risk across its 348 square mile area. Elkton serves this northeast Maryland county at the head of Chesapeake Bay. Cecil 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) 996-5200
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Cecil County MD
State Maryland (MD)
Population 102
Area 348 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// 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.

Peach Bottom Nuclear Plant PA
Nuclear Power Plant  ·  Delta, PA  ·  Constellation Energy  ·  10-mi risk zone
8/10 High
Aberdeen Proving Ground MD
Military Installation  ·  Aberdeen, MD  ·  US Army  ·  25-mi risk zone
7/10 High

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