State of emergency declared for parts of Md.

Parts of Maryland have been placed under a state of emergency, officials announced Friday evening.

Governor Larry Hogan has signed an Executive Order declaring a state of emergency in Caroline, Cecil, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, Somerset, Talbot, Wicomico, Worcester, Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties.

The announcement is in anticipation of heavy rains, strong winds, and potential flooding associated with Tropical Storm Hermine.

According to administration officials, the executive crder will allow the state to efficiently coordinate support and provide additional assistance to those counties.

“While the path of Tropical Storm Hermine remains uncertain, this state of emergency will ensure that resources and support are readily available if flooding and other damage does occur,” says Governor Hogan. “I strongly encourage Marylanders to pay close attention to this storm system and, if appropriate, to start preparing for potential flooding or any other possible hazards.”

The Hogan administration has reportedly directed state agencies to stand ready to respond to the effects of this storm, including the Maryland Emergency Management Agency.

For more information, residents can also go to MEMA’s website at mema.maryland.gov, follow MEMA’s Twitter feed at @MDMEMA, or follow MEMA’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/MDMEMA.