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Western Maryland Communities Continue Long Road to Recovery After May 2025 Flood
On May 13, 2025, parts of Allegany County and Garrett County in Maryland, along with Mineral County, West Virginia, were hit by an unprecedented rainfall event that led to severe flooding across the region. The hardest-hit area was the Georges Creek Valley, with the town of Westernport taking the brunt of the damage. In the hours and days that followed, first responders, municipal crews, county road departments, and volunteers worked around the clock doing what they do best—h
Laura Freeman Legge
Jan 223 min read
Summary from Executive Board
On May 13, 2025, severe flooding struck Western Maryland’s Georges Creek Valley following intense rainfall, causing widespread damage to homes, businesses, and community facilities. Floodwaters rose rapidly, trapping residents in homes, businesses, and schools and necessitating multiple rescues. In the aftermath, extensive debris and mud covered much of the valley. Many homes sustained significant damage, particularly to basements and first floors. Because furnaces and hot wa
Laura Freeman Legge
Jan 222 min read
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