(14 May 2025)
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Westernport, Maryland – 14 May 2025
1. Various of tractors draining water after flooding
2. Mid of crews cleaning up water
3. Mid of a truck with rocks driving by
4. Various of fast-moving water surged through the river
STORYLINE:
Tractors pumped out floodwater and crews cleared debris and mud on Wednesday as cleanup efforts continued across several hard-hit areas of western Maryland.
Flooding in rural parts of the state forced the evacuation of an elementary school Tuesday afternoon as water began to breach the second floor, according to local officials.
Homes and businesses in downtown Westernport were also inundated with floodwaters after hours of heavy rain.
Officials reassured the public that students and staff were safe as concerned parents and other community members posted on social media wondering how long the emergency situation would last at Westernport Elementary School.
Allegany County spokesperson Kati Kenney said responders used rescue boats to safely evacuate the school. About 150 students and 50 adults were evacuated during 15 boat trips.
Kenney said additional evacuations were underway in nearby areas, with reports of people trapped in cars and houses, but no injuries had been reported as of late Tuesday afternoon. She said emergency crews from surrounding counties were helping with the response in the small community near the West Virginia line.
Another elementary school was also evacuated, and students at a middle school were sheltering in place, the Allegany County Department of Emergency Services said Tuesday evening. Officials said three emergency shelters had been opened across the county.
Roads throughout the area were closed due to flooding, including major arteries, according to the Allegany County Sheriff’s Office.
With a population under 2,000 people, Westernport is located in the far corner of western Maryland. Its downtown took shape in a valley where Georges Creek flows into the North Branch Potomac River.
The National Weather Service reported widespread flash flooding in the area Tuesday afternoon.
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