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Current risk outlook
Storm surge risk for Crofton, MD.
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This view focuses on storm surge exposure patterns and coastal vulnerability near this city.
Live risk outlook
MODERATEModerate
Next 6–24 hours: Today: Moderate (35/100) · Rain 42% · Max wind 12 mph.
2 active alerts nearby.
Sources: NOAA, NWS, SPC, NHC, FEMA, USGS.
Local decision support
Next 24–72 hours: risk-to-action packet
Baseline
0/100
Low long-term exposure
Live signal
Moderate
Current source-derived signal
Official alerts
2
active local alerts
Practical, non-emergency steps
- STEP 1
Review coastal protection basics
Secure loose items, document the property, and review insurance and contact information before a coastal weather event.
- STEP 2
Check official coastal guidance
Review local emergency-management and NWS guidance for your location rather than relying on a risk score for evacuation or route decisions.
- STEP 3
Keep a household contact plan current
Make sure household contacts and important records are easy to reach if local conditions change.
Official source links
This packet supports preparation conversations. It is not an emergency alert, evacuation instruction, insurance quote, property inspection, or medical guidance. Follow official local instructions for time-sensitive decisions.
Historical risk score
Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.
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/ 100
For typical homes located in Crofton, MD.
Baseline context
Storm surge model is not available for this location yet.
Compare other local risks
See how Crofton scores across each hazard model.
City snapshot
All hazards combined
Flood risk
Heavy rain and low-lying flood exposure
Wind risk
Roof stress and gust-driven damage
AQI risk
Current air quality and AQI signal
Lightning risk
Thunderstorm and strike exposure
Wildfire risk
Fuels, dryness, and fire potential
Tornado risk
Historic tornado corridor exposure
Hail risk
Hail frequency and roof impact potential
Hurricane risk
Wind + surge + rain-driven flooding
Local historical hazard map
Crofton, MD
Click a tile to update scores. These layers show long-term historical baseline risk, not live warnings or short-term forecast risk.
Surge intelligence snapshot
Nearest tide gauge (NOAA CO-OPS)
Annapolis (8575512)
Distance from Crofton: 11 mi
Observed water level: 1.76 ft (MLLW)
Observed: local time
Source: NOAA CO-OPS.
NHC storm surge watch/warning
No NHC storm surge watch/warning posted.
Source: NHC advisory feed.
Coastal flood alerts (NWS)
Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Flood Advisory issued September 26 at 10:56PM EDT until September 27 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Coastal Flood Watch
Coastal Flood Watch issued September 26 at 10:56PM EDT until September 27 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Source: National Weather Service.
Wave & surf forecast
Observed wave height: 0.98 ft
Observed: local time
Buoy: Station 44080 (17 mi)
Source: NDBC buoy observations.
Protect your home before the next storm
Use surge exposure to organize coastal preparation and coverage questions in Crofton, MD; follow official local guidance for evacuation decisions.
Coverage request
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Home-protection request
Record roof, window, or hardening work you are considering around local risk.
Emergency prep essentials guide
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5-day surge outlook
Today
MODERATERain chance: 42%
Max wind: 12 mph
Risk score: 35/100
Tomorrow
MODERATERain chance: 79%
Max wind: 10 to 17 mph
Risk score: 51/100
Mon
LOWRain chance: 3%
Max wind: 7 to 13 mph
Risk score: 10/100
Tue
LOWRain chance: 0%
Max wind: 5 to 9 mph
Risk score: 10/100
Wed
LOWRain chance: 0%
Max wind: 1 to 6 mph
Risk score: 10/100
Historical storm surge exposure
Local surge data facts
Data from NOAA CO-OPS, NHC surge advisories, and NWS marine forecasts.
Historical storm surge exposure near Crofton
- Surge risk is highest near the coast and tidal waterways, and drops quickly inland.
- Wind direction and storm approach angle can be as important as storm category.
- Strong storms can create surge + rainfall flooding at the same time.
Storm surge FAQs for Crofton
Can storm surge affect Crofton?
Surge risk generally drops quickly inland, but tidal rivers and bays can still push water farther than expected in some storms.
Is storm surge the same as flooding?
Surge is ocean water pushed onshore by wind/pressure; flooding can also come from rainfall, rivers, and drainage issues.