NORTH BEACH, Md. – The Town of North Beach urges all residents to prepare now for the impending storm. Sept. 10, Governor Hogan declared a state of emergency ahead of Hurricane Florence. “We are preparing for the potential of historic and catastrophic flooding in Maryland,” Hogan said. Stay tuned to local news stations for current weather forecasts and do what is necessary to prepare your home for heavy rain, winds and flooding. Look after family members and/or neighbors that may be disabled, elderly or incapable of preparing for this storm.

The suggestions provided here are only guides. You should use common sense in your storm preparation.

  • Place sandbags in areas to prevent water from entering your home. (More information regarding sandbags for residents of the incorporated town limits only will be available tomorrow, September 11, 2018.)
  • If your residence is in a flood-prone area, move your vehicle to an area that is outside of the flood-prone area to avoid damage.
  • There are things that you can do to make your home more secure and able to withstand stronger storms, including boarding up windows, using sandbags to prevent flooding, ensuring trees and shrubs around your home are well trimmed, clearing loose and clogged rain gutters and downspouts, removing loose items around your yard so they will not blow away and damage yours or your neighbor’s home, etc.
  • Consider having a disaster supply kit on hand to include water, non-perishable food, first-aid kit, medications, blankets, pillows, clothing, toiletries/hygiene items, special items for babies or the elderly, flashlight and batteries, battery-operated radio, fully-charged cell phone and extra battery, traditional/non-cordless telephone, cash and credit cards, keys, important documents, pet care items, and lastly, make sure vehicle fuel tanks are filled. It is wise to place homeowners’ insurance papers and other important papers in a waterproof safe or a Ziploc bag. If you leave your home, take those important papers with you.
  • Some hazards to consider after a storm are floods, downed trees and power lines, etc. Stay out of the water, don’t walk or drive through flood waters.
  • Look out for your neighbors. If you have elderly or disabled neighbors, lend them a hand if you are able.

Pass along this information to others that may not have access to the Internet or email. If you have any questions or need additional information, call the Town Hall at 301.855.6681. If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 911.