Residents and businesses in downtown Westernport were urged to evacuate immediately on Tuesday afternoon as heavy rainfall and rising water levels prompted urgent safety measures. In coordination with the Town of Westernport, Potomac Fire Company No. 2 announced the emergency evacuation due to the scheduled opening of floodgates at Savage River Dam, which is expected to significantly increase downstream water levels.
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The Bruce Outreach Center was designated as the official evacuation site for displaced individuals. The decision followed ongoing flash flood warnings issued by the National Weather Service for Allegany and Garrett counties in Maryland, as well as Mineral County in West Virginia. Radar indicated that between two and 3.5 inches of rain had already fallen in some areas, with additional rainfall expected through the evening.
Emergency officials warned of life-threatening flash flooding impacting urban areas, highways, creeks, and low-lying roadways. Locations including Cumberland, Frostburg, Keyser, and Westernport are among those currently at risk. Residents are advised to avoid all flooded roads and seek higher ground immediately. Floodwaters have already overwhelmed multiple transportation routes and continue to rise rapidly due to both precipitation and dam discharge.
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The National Weather Service issued two separate flash flood warnings for the area, one lasting until 6:45 p.m. and another until 6:30 p.m., covering a wide stretch of western Maryland and eastern West Virginia. Law enforcement and radar confirmed flash flooding is underway, and the threat of further damage remains considerable. A hazardous weather outlook also warns of potential additional flooding on Wednesday, and the possibility of severe storms on Friday.
Article by multiple RFHC contributors, based upon information from Potomac Fire Company No. 2 and the National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
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