What are the most recent disaster declarations in Maryland?

The most recent FEMA declaration in Maryland is "SEVERE WINTER STORM" (Emergency, Winter Storm), declared 2026-01-24. See the full list above.

How do I get FEMA assistance in Maryland?

If your county is in a declared major disaster, apply at DisasterAssistance.gov or call 1-800-621-3362 and reference the disaster number shown for Maryland.

What do the declaration types mean?

DR = Major Disaster (broad federal aid), EM = Emergency (limited aid), FM = Fire Management (wildfire response).

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Maryland Disaster Declarations

Recent FEMA disaster and emergency declarations for Maryland, with incident type, date, and disaster number. Live data from the official OpenFEMA database.

EmergencyWinter StormJanuary 24, 2026
SEVERE WINTER STORM
FEMA #3634 · 24 designated areas · incident began January 23, 2026
Major DisasterHurricaneFebruary 4, 2021
TROPICAL STORM ISAIAS
FEMA #4583 · 3 designated areas · incident began August 3, 2020
Major DisasterBiologicalMarch 26, 2020
COVID-19 PANDEMIC
FEMA #4491 · 24 designated areas · incident began January 20, 2020
EmergencyBiologicalMarch 13, 2020
COVID-19
FEMA #3430 · 24 designated areas · incident began January 20, 2020
Major DisasterFloodJuly 2, 2018
SEVERE STORM AND FLOODING
FEMA #4376 · 2 designated areas · incident began May 27, 2018
Major DisasterSevere StormJune 25, 2018
SEVERE STORMS AND FLOODING
FEMA #4374 · 2 designated areas · incident began May 15, 2018
Major DisasterFloodSeptember 16, 2016
SEVERE STORM AND FLOODING
FEMA #4279 · 1 designated area · incident began July 30, 2016
Major DisasterSnowstormMarch 4, 2016
SEVERE WINTER STORM AND SNOWSTORM
FEMA #4261 · 19 designated areas · incident began January 22, 2016
Major DisasterSevere StormApril 10, 2014
SNOWSTORM
FEMA #4170 · 3 designated areas · incident began February 12, 2014
Major DisasterHurricaneNovember 20, 2012
HURRICANE SANDY
FEMA #4091 · 24 designated areas · incident began October 26, 2012
EmergencyHurricaneOctober 28, 2012
HURRICANE SANDY
FEMA #3349 · 24 designated areas · incident began October 26, 2012
Major DisasterSevere StormAugust 2, 2012
SEVERE STORMS AND STRAIGHT-LINE WINDS
FEMA #4075 · 6 designated areas · incident began June 29, 2012
Major DisasterFloodOctober 5, 2011
REMNANTS OF TROPICAL STORM LEE
FEMA #4038 · 7 designated areas · incident began September 6, 2011
Major DisasterHurricaneSeptember 16, 2011
HURRICANE IRENE
FEMA #4034 · 15 designated areas · incident began August 24, 2011
EmergencyHurricaneAugust 27, 2011
HURRICANE IRENE
FEMA #3335 · 23 designated areas · incident began August 26, 2011
Major DisasterSnowstormMay 6, 2010
SEVERE WINTER STORMS AND SNOWSTORMS
FEMA #1910 · 22 designated areas · incident began February 5, 2010
Major DisasterSnowstormFebruary 19, 2010
SEVERE WINTER STORM AND SNOWSTORM
FEMA #1875 · 12 designated areas · incident began December 18, 2009
Major DisasterSevere StormJuly 2, 2006
SEVERE STORMS, FLOODING, AND TORNADOES
FEMA #1652 · 3 designated areas · incident began June 22, 2006
EmergencyHurricaneSeptember 13, 2005
HURRICANE KATRINA EVACUATION
FEMA #3251 · 24 designated areas · incident began August 29, 2005
Major DisasterHurricaneSeptember 19, 2003
HURRICANE ISABEL
FEMA #1492 · 24 designated areas · incident began September 18, 2003
EmergencySevere StormMarch 14, 2003
SNOW
FEMA #3179 · 20 designated areas · incident began February 14, 2003
Major DisasterTornadoMay 1, 2002
TORNADO
FEMA #1409 · 3 designated areas · incident began April 28, 2002
Major DisasterSevere StormApril 10, 2000
SEVERE WINTER STORM
FEMA #1324 · 15 designated areas · incident began January 25, 2000
Major DisasterHurricaneSeptember 24, 1999
HURRICANE FLOYD MAJOR DISASTER DECLARATIONS
FEMA #1303 · 11 designated areas · incident began September 16, 1999
Major DisasterHurricaneSeptember 17, 1996
SEVERE STORMS AND FLOODING ASSOC WITH TROPICAL STORM FRAN
FEMA #1139 · 3 designated areas · incident began September 6, 1996
Major DisasterFloodJanuary 23, 1996
SEVERE STORMS AND FLOODING
FEMA #1094 · 6 designated areas · incident began January 19, 1996
Major DisasterSnowstormJanuary 11, 1996
BLIZZARD OF 96 (SEVERE SNOW STORM)
FEMA #1081 · 24 designated areas · incident began January 6, 1996
Major DisasterSnowstormMarch 16, 1994
SEVERE WINTER WEATHER AND ICE STORMS
FEMA #1016 · 9 designated areas · incident began February 8, 1994
EmergencySnowstormMarch 16, 1993
SEVERE SNOWFALL & WINTER STORM
FEMA #3100 · 24 designated areas · incident began March 13, 1993
Major DisasterSevere StormAugust 28, 1989
SEVERE STORMS & HIGH WINDS
FEMA #839 · 1 designated area · incident began June 14, 1989
Major DisasterFloodSeptember 10, 1986
SEVERE STORM & FLOODING
FEMA #773 · 1 designated area · incident began November 4, 1985
Major DisasterSevere StormSeptember 14, 1979
SEVERE STORMS, TORNADOES & FLOODING
FEMA #601 · 5 designated areas · incident began September 14, 1979
Major DisasterSnowstormJanuary 26, 1977
ICE CONDITIONS
FEMA #524 · 16 designated areas · incident began January 26, 1977
Major DisasterFloodOctober 14, 1976
SEVERE STORMS & FLOODING
FEMA #522 · 2 designated areas · incident began October 14, 1976
Major DisasterFloodOctober 4, 1975
HEAVY RAINS & FLOODING
FEMA #489 · 14 designated areas · incident began October 4, 1975
Major DisasterFloodJune 23, 1972
TROPICAL STORM AGNES
FEMA #341 · 21 designated areas · incident began June 23, 1972
Major DisasterFloodAugust 17, 1971
SEVERE STORMS & FLOODING
FEMA #309 · 9 designated areas · incident began August 17, 1971
Major DisasterFloodMarch 9, 1962
SEVERE STORMS, HIGH TIDES & FLOODING
FEMA #127 · statewide · incident began March 9, 1962

Maryland — FAQ

What are the most recent disaster declarations in Maryland?: The most recent FEMA declaration in Maryland is "SEVERE WINTER STORM" (Emergency, Winter Storm), declared 2026-01-24. See the full list above.
How do I get FEMA assistance in Maryland?: If your county is in a declared major disaster, apply at DisasterAssistance.gov or call 1-800-621-3362 and reference the disaster number shown for Maryland.
What do the declaration types mean?: DR = Major Disaster (broad federal aid), EM = Emergency (limited aid), FM = Fire Management (wildfire response).

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Data source: U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) — OpenFEMA. See all recent declarations or our methodology.