Dorchester County MD in Maryland faces hurricane / chesapeake flooding risk across its 594 square mile area. Cambridge on the Chesapeake Bay is one of the most flood-vulnerable Maryland counties. Dorchester 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 | (410) 228-0220 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Dorchester County MD |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| Population | 32 |
| Area | 594 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// 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
Charles County MD
Hurricane / Chesapeake Flooding
6/10
Moderate