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Bay and coastal flooding projected through Tuesday in Worcester - Residents urged to implement common-sense measures

Snow Hill, Maryland (October 3, 2022) – Worcester County is experiencing a coastal storm, with flooding, rain, and wind. From mid-day Monday, Oct. 3, through Tuesday morning, areas along the bay and coast will likely experience moderate to major flooding through the next two high-tide cycles.

Coastal Flooding expected through Monday evening

Coastal Flooding is expected through Monday night in Worcester County. 

Widespread flooding of vulnerable areas will result in an elevated threat of property damage to homes and businesses near the waterfront and shoreline. Water will be 1 to 2 feet above ground level in some areas resulting in a sufficient depth to close numerous roads and threaten homes and businesses.
 
Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront along tidal rivers and bays resulting in some road closures and flooding of vehicles.

Worcester County Emergency Services urges public to prepare for Tropical Storm Ian

Worcester County Emergency Services (WCES) officials urge area residents to prepare for inclement weather ahead of Tropical Storm Ian. National Weather Service forecasters are predicting four to six inches of rain with possible minor coastal flooding, and high winds with gusts up to 45 mph to impact Worcester County from Friday through Sunday morning.

WCES officials are monitoring the storm track and are urging the public to begin implementing precautionary measures.

Tee Off for Youth Golf Tournament rescheduled for November 4

Due to anticipated inclement weather this weekend, the Tee Off for Youth Golf Tournament and Fundraiser at the Ocean City Golf Club has been rescheduled for Friday, November 4, 2022, with an 11 a.m. tee off time.

Registration will remain open until Monday, October 31. The cost to participate is $80 per golfer, and all proceeds generated by this event will benefit underprivileged youth who participate in Worcester County Recreation and Parks youth programs, leagues, after school activities, and summer camps.

Harbor Day at The Docks by Maryland’s Coast October 15th

Celebrate with Worcester County Recreation and Parks at Harbor Day at the Docks on Saturday, October 15, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event will take place along Sunset Avenue in the West Ocean City commercial harbor.

Entrance to this family-friendly, maritime heritage festival is free, and complimentary bus service will be available to shuttle patrons to and from the OC Park N’ Ride to the event parking lot.

Registration is Open for Worcester County Recreation & Parks Fall Youth Leagues

Registration is open for Worcester County Recreation & Parks fall youth leagues.

The Youth Outdoor Soccer League and Youth Field Hockey League will kick-off in September. The Soccer League is open to children ages 3 through 8th grade, while Field Hockey is open to children in kindergarten through eighth grade.