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Prince George's County, Maryland, USA

Prince George’s County offers Flood Awareness Tips to Help You “Be Flood Smart” 

PRESS RELEASE 

 

For immediate release:  
June 12, 2025 

For more information, contact:  
Linda Lowe, Director of Communications 
Department of the Environment  
lmlowe@co.pg.md.us; 301-836-2115 (cell)

Prince George’s County offers Flood Awareness Tips to Help You “Be Flood Smart” 
Residents and businesses are encouraged to make a flood plan  

LARGO, MD – June marks the start of hurricane season, which can bring severe weather conditions that may lead to flooding, endanger lives, and damage property. Your Department of the Environment (DoE) aims to assist County residents and business owners in safeguarding their homes, buildings, and personal belongings in the event of flooding, ensuring they are flood-ready, flood-smart, and flood-safe.  

The best time to make a flood plan is now. The DoE offers flood prevention tips and information, as well as a Flood Awareness poster that explains what causes flooding and how to prevent it, protecting homes and businesses in the event of a flood. View a copy of the proclamation issued by Acting County Executive Tara H. Jackson recognizing June as Flood Awareness Month.  

Other flood management resources are available on the Department of Homeland Security website to assist residents in preparing and offer guidance on creating a flood plan. It also provides information on flood insurance premiums, through which County residents can save up to 25 percent. Another resource, Alert Prince George’s, is a text message notification service that informs subscribers in the event of significant flooding. 

Residents can implement grassroots solutions to prevent and alleviate flooding, and should follow these safety tips when encountering flooding:   

  • Avoid walking or driving through floodwaters.
  • If flash flooding is a possibility, move quickly to higher ground.
  • If floodwaters rise around your car and the water is still, abandon the vehicle and walk to higher ground. Do not leave the car if you are in moving water.
  • Avoid camping or parking close to streams, rivers, and creeks during heavy rainfall. These areas can experience rapid flooding with little warning. 

Having flood insurance is an effective way to prepare for flooding, as coverage helps pay for damage to your home’s structure and contents. For information on insurance rates and tips, visit the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Flood Risks and Costs web page. 

The County also participates in FEMA’s Community Rating System (CRS) Program. CRS emphasizes the importance of informing residents about flood hazards and reducing flood risks. Furthermore, the County’s Hazard Mitigation Plan, which FEMA approved in November 2023, provides current flood risk information and strategies to mitigate risk for both the County and the City of Laurel jurisdictions. 

Visit DoE’s Flood Management page or contact PGC311 for more information. 

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