Charles County MD in Maryland faces hurricane / chesapeake flooding risk across its 458 square mile area. La Plata serves this Southern Maryland county on the Potomac River. Charles 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// 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 | (301) 645-0550 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Charles County MD |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| Population | 166 |
| Area | 458 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
// Other Maryland Counties
Caroline County MD
Hurricane / Chesapeake Flooding
6/10
Moderate
St. Mary’s County MD
Hurricane / Chesapeake Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Baltimore County MD
Hurricane / Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Cecil County MD
Hurricane / Chesapeake Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Prince George’s County MD
Tornado / Flash Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Dorchester County MD
Hurricane / Chesapeake Flooding
6/10
Moderate