Frederick County in western Maryland along the Monocacy River faces moderate tornado risk and serious flooding. The Monocacy River created catastrophic flooding during Ida in 2021 and has flooded Frederick communities historically. Fort Detrick in Frederick is home to the US Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases — the primary US biodefense research facility — and the National Cancer Institute creating unique bioresearch emergency planning requirements.
// 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 | 5 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Monocacy River Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | Ida 2021 |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (301) 600-1600 |
| Emergency Shelters | 12 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-70 US-15 MD-355 MD-26 |
// County Profile
| County | Frederick County MD |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| Population | 278 |
| Area | 663 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Major Cities
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// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.