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Possible High Winds and Flooding, especially on the Eastern Shore
(October 10, 2025) – The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration is closely monitoring a coastal storm that is capable of producing high winds and coastal and low-lying area flooding toward the end of the weekend and Monday.
The State Highway Administration maintenance crews are preparing by clearing storm drain systems of debris to enable positive drainage, organizing tree contractors, ensuring proper operation of generators, ensuring chainsaws and chippers are in proper working order and loading highwater signs in maintenance trucks. Additionally, the State Highway Administration has developed a staging plan to handle impacts from the storm and has ensured that equipment is prepared for storm deployment.
The State Highway Administration also asks that motorists remain vigilant and, should heavy rain and high wind begin to affect the area, adjust travel plans to the extent as possible. If planning to drive, motorists should visit
chart.maryland.gov for real-time travel information, including access to hundreds of live traffic cameras.
During the potential storm, the State Highway Administration encourages motorists to stay off the roads as much as possible and are reminded to “Turn Around, Don’t Drown.” Other advice includes:
- avoid downed or damaged power and transmission lines as these could still be live;
- be cognizant of fallen trees or tree limbs in or near the roadway; and
- treat intersections where traffic signals are out or on flash as a stop condition.
Should a motorist become disabled or be involved in a crash, move as far off the roadway as possible and use hazard lights and dial #77.
It is also recommended that citizens follow the State Highway Administration on Facebook, X, and Instagram for updates.