Port Deposit Begins Cleaning Up After Floods
Hundreds of people in Cecil County are cleaning up massive amounts of debris in the wake of devastating floods.
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Hundreds of people in Cecil County are cleaning up massive amounts of debris in the wake of devastating floods.
Baltimore County did not escape the ferocious flooding, where the cleanup is just beginning.
Near record flows on the Susquehanna River are bringing sewage, sediments and other pollution into the Chesapeake Bay. And that's threatening bay grasses, oysters and other key species that help improve the bay's water quality.
Considering the weather we've had over the past several days this weekend doesn't look too bad, though rain is in the forecast once again. The good news is that heavy rain does not appear to be likely at any point through the next, but we will have a few opportunities for some precipitation.
People are keeping a close eye as the water rises and falls with the tides. And the worst may be yet to come.
Now that the floodwater is finally receding in the Baltimore area, we're seeing some of the worst damage for the first time.
The Maryland Park Service says sections of some state parks in Central Maryland are closed until further notice.
Mandatory evacuations have been issued for both Port Deposit and Havre de Grace as water levels rise. The Conowingo Dam, opening more flood gates, is unleashing a torrent of water into towns downstream.
This morning is a lot less active than some recent ones. And, while we have good reason to be "optimistic" that the flooding won't be getting worse because of any new torrential rainfall, there are still several roads near D.C., in northern Virginia and in southern Maryland that remain closed. Rivers and streams are going to take a while to fall below their flood stages, and we are still going to have some unsettled conditions around here over the next few days.
Flooded roads are turning the morning commute into a nightmare for drivers in the Baltimore-Washington area.
Much of the water has receded but there is a great deal of damage left behind.
Thousands of gallons of water are surging through the Conowingo Dam, threatening Port Deposit and Havre de Grace.
Widespread flooding is impacting all parts of Maryland.
This whole miserable pattern of heavy rain and flooding doesn't look like it'll completely unravel until some time later this weekend or early next week.
Police recovered a body from water in the North Point area of Baltimore County.
The rain has caused quite a mess in some Baltimore County neighborhoods.
Deadly flood waters are driving people from their homes and slowing travelers in the Baltimore-Washington area.
Baltimore is dealing with problems after the latest onslaught of heavy rain.
The remnants of Tropical Storm Lee brought heavy rain and flooding to Maryland.
The National Weather Service predicts minor to moderate flooding on Potomac River tributaries including Antietam Creek, Seneca Creek and the Monocacy River.
The remnants of Tropical Storm Lee are beginning to affect Maryland travelers and businesses.
Irene hit hard on Maryland's Eastern Shore.
As flood waters receded Sunday, thousands of Mid-Atlantic residents battered by Hurricane Irene prepared to start the week without electricity.
Maryland is assessing the damage as Hurricane Irene leaves the state. A woman was killed when a tree fell on a house and caused the chimney to collapse in Queen Anne's County.
Officials in St. Mary's County say St. Mary's Lake near Callaway could spill over the top of the dam.
Hours before a looming government shutdown on Friday, Congress passed a new federal spending package bill that includes the full cost of rebuilding the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
WJZ First Alert Weather Days through Monday as temperatures stay below freezing.
Baltimore City Health Department has declared its first code blue extreme cold alert of the winter season.
Party City informed employees in an email on Friday that it was conducting an immediate "mass layoff" at its headquarters.
As the holiday season is in full swing, safety should be at the forefront of our celebrations.
Hours before a looming government shutdown on Friday, Congress passed a new federal spending package bill that includes the full cost of rebuilding the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
As the holiday season is in full swing, safety should be at the forefront of our celebrations.
The coldest air of the season will arrive this weekend with WJZ First Alert Weather Days from Sat. - Mon.
Baltimore City Health Department has declared its first code blue extreme cold alert of the winter season.
Party City informed employees in an email on Friday that it was conducting an immediate "mass layoff" at its headquarters.
Mayor Scott and the city of Baltimore have reached a $45 million litigation settlement against CVS for their role in driving what the city called the worst opioid epidemic in the nation, the mayor's office announced Friday.
The Maryland Judiciary closed all courts to the public Friday, except for emergencies, due to a Microsoft outage that has crippled systems worldwide. The outage has also impacted other systems across the state.
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Twice in the past three seasons, Mike Tomlin and his Pittsburgh Steelers came to Baltimore in the final week, beat the Ravens and sneaked into the playoffs.
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Democrats elect a new party chair on Feb. 1, following the loss of the presidency and the Senate and the narrow failure to win the House in 2024.
House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing a revolt from fellow Republicans over a last-minute measure to keep the government funded and avoid a shutdown.
The 1,500-page measure would have done much more than prevent a government shutdown.
President-elect Donald Trump huddled with allies while attending one of college football's biggest rivalries.
Baltimore County Police brought joy to youth with their 23rd annual Shop With a Cop event, uniting the community this holiday season.
More than 80 trauma professionals and first responders received a huge honor from the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland Medical Center Saturday night.
One of the Baltimore Ravens' biggest fans is gaining recognition for her handmade outfits filled with purple passion. So much so, that what she wears is going viral!
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Beau Brade, a Howard County native, is trying to make the Ravens' 53-man roster as an undrafted rookie.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
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Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
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The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
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The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
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WJZ First Alert Weather Days through Monday as temperatures stay below freezing.
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Rain showers and snow flurries that impacted the area throughout the late morning and afternoon on Friday will gradually end by this evening. Skies are expected to clear overnight, with low temperatures dipping into the upper 20s to near 30 degrees.
Passing rain and snow showers are expected Friday. Artic blast for the next three days will result in frigid cold temperatures. WJZ has issued an Alert Day through Monday and recommend limiting time outside.
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