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Allegany County Floods Force Evacuations, Urgent Aid Needed

5/14/2025

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Devastating floods swept through Allegany County, Maryland, on May 13, 2025, forcing the evacuation of around 150 students and 50 adults from Westernport Elementary School. While emergency services confirmed no injuries, countless homes and vehicles were left underwater. With more rain on the horizon, Mayor Judy Hamilton urgently sought emergency assistance to support the affected community.

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Story summary

Devastating floods swept through Allegany County, Maryland, on May 13, 2025, forcing the evacuation of around 150 students and 50 adults from Westernport Elementary School. While emergency services confirmed no injuries, countless homes and vehicles were left underwater. With more rain on the horizon, Mayor Judy Hamilton urgently sought emergency assistance to support the affected community.