Moderate Risk Maryland  ·  Hurricane / Chesapeake Flooding

Worcester County MD

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
51
Area
473
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Hurricane / Chesapeake Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Worcester County MD in Maryland faces hurricane / chesapeake flooding risk across its 473 square mile area. Snow Hill serves this Eastern Shore county including Ocean City Maryland's beach resort. Worcester 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 Sandy 2012
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (410) 632-1194
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Worcester County MD
State Maryland (MD)
Population 51
Area 473 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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