Explore Wicomico County's Hazard Profiles
Wicomico County faces a range of natural hazards, from tropical storms and flooding to extreme temperatures, severe winter weather, wildfire, and dam failure. The hazard profiles below provide a visual overview of the primary risks addressed through local hazard mitigation planning.
Tropical Storms
Tropical systems can bring heavy rain, high winds, tornadoes, and storm surge.
Severe Winter Weather
Snow, ice, sleet, freezing rain, strong winds, and extreme cold can disrupt daily life.
Extreme Temperatures
Periods of excessive heat or extreme cold can affect health, infrastructure, and energy systems.
Drought
Prolonged dry conditions can impact water supplies, agriculture, ecosystems, and wildfire risk.
Flooding
Riverine, flash, tidal, and nuisance flooding can affect homes, roads, and critical infrastructure.
Wildfire
Wildfires can threaten forests, neighborhoods, infrastructure, and public safety.
Soil Movement
Landslides, sinkholes, and coastal erosion can damage property, roads, and natural systems.
Earthquake
Ground shaking from seismic activity can affect buildings, utilities, and critical facilities.
Thunderstorms
Severe storms can produce lightning, hail, damaging winds, and localized heavy rain.
Dam Failure
The failure of a dam can cause downstream flooding and significant property damage.
Understanding these hazards is the first step toward building stronger, safer communities.
Together, we can reduce risk and prepare for the future.
Tornado
Violent rotating winds can cause severe damage to buildings, trees, and infrastructure.
Coastal Risk Connection
Coastal impacts appear across several hazard profiles, including storm surge, tidal flooding, nor'easters, and shoreline erosion.
Tropical Storms
