Meadow and Mt. Washington Mills Evacuated

The Baltimore City Office of Emergency Management is warning residents in low-lying areas to be aware of possible flooding.

Because of the danger presented by rising water along the Jones Falls, the city has asked businesses and residents in Meadow Mill and Mt. Washington Mill to evacuate.

Residents are also asked to do the following to help prevent flooding:

• Clean trash from storm drain inlets. Keeping drains clear of trash and debris is crucial in preventing localized flooding.
• Avoid parking on top of storm drains. Vehicle tires can prohibit runoff.
• Report blocked storm drains that cannot be cleared to 311 so that DPW crews can address them.
• Stay Informed. Monitor the storm on local TV and radio stations, and listen for updates from city officials. Citizens who live along streams or in places that are subject to flooding are especially urged to stay alert and to be prepared to move their vehicles or evacuate.
• Don’t drive on flooded roads.