June 2, 2026

St. Mary’s Rolls Out New Emergency Alert System

Emergency

St. Mary’s County Department of Emergency Services has a new emergency notification system for urgent alerts to the public.

Atlantic Hurricane Season Begins June 1

Hurricane

The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1. The St. Mary’s Department of Emergency Services urges residents to be prepared for hurricane and tropical storm activity.

SKYWARN Weather Spotter Class Offered

Storm Spotter

St. Mary’s County will host an in-person SKYWARN Tropical course from 6 to 8pm Wednesday, June 21, 2023, in the Chesapeake Building at 41770 Baldridge St. in Leonardtown.

Homeowners Urged to Check Smoke Alarms

Smoke Alarms

The St. Mary’s County Department of Emergency Services reminds citizens about the importance of checking the batteries in their homes’ smoke detectors and having carbon monoxide detectors installed.

Sign Up for CodeRED Weather Warnings

CodeRED

St. Mary’s County residents who want to receive email warnings, updates, and special notices including road closures, severe weather updates, recreation and park notices, and CodeRED weather warnings can sign up with the county’s Department of Emergency Services.