Public urged to prepare for severe winds, causing downed trees and power lines

            Snow Hill, Maryland (August 7, 2023) – Worcester County Emergency Services (WCES) officials urge area residents to prepare for damaging winds tonight beginning as early as 6 p.m.

National Weather Service (NWS) forecasters are predicting severe weather conditions in Worcester County, to include wind gusts of 60-80 mph, which may cause significant tree and power line damage, up to one-half inch of rain, which could cause localized flooding in poor drainage areas, and a small chance of tornadoes.

Area residents and visitors are urged to implement the following precautionary measures.

• Secure boats and outdoor objects, such as lawn furniture and trashcans, that could become airborne during high winds.
• Construction companies should secure equipment and properly dispose of debris.
• Swimmers, heed the advice of lifeguards and the beach patrol. Don’t enter water if lifeguards are not on duty. Nearly all drowning deaths occur at unguarded beaches or after guards have left.
• Always avoid traveling on or crossing flooded roadways.

Learn more about storm preparedness at www.co.worcester.md.us where you can sign up for CodeRed emergency alerts.