Maryland Receives FEMA Emergency Declaration Following Severe Winter Storm
FEMA has issued an emergency declaration for several Maryland counties and the city of Baltimore following a severe winter storm that began on January 23, 2026.
What Happened
On January 24, 2026, a federal emergency declaration (EM-3634-MD) was issued for the state of Maryland in response to a severe winter storm. The incident period began on January 23, 2026, and is currently ongoing. This emergency declaration allows for federal support to supplement state and local response efforts.
Affected Areas
The following jurisdictions in Maryland have been designated for federal assistance:
- Baltimore
- Talbot County
- Washington County
- Wicomico County
- Worcester County
- Somerset County
Federal Assistance Available
Under this emergency declaration, FEMA has activated the Public Assistance (PA) program for the designated areas. This program provides federal funding for emergency protective measures.
At this time, Individual Assistance (IA), the Individuals and Households Program (IHP), and Hazard Mitigation (HM) programs have not been declared for this incident.
What You Should Do
Residents and local officials in the affected areas are encouraged to monitor local weather reports and follow instructions from emergency management personnel. For information regarding federal assistance and eligibility, individuals can visit the official FEMA website or contact their local emergency management office.
Source
Information provided by FEMA.
Source: FEMA Official Notice