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Direct answer

Is West Ocean City, MD safe from storm surge?

West Ocean City is not considered low-risk for storm surge right now. The current long-term score is 96/100 (high).

City score

96/100

Level: high

State average

87/100

Same hazard across MD.

Comparison

West Ocean City is 9 points above the state average for this hazard.

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Why this answer

Storm surge exposure derived from NOAA SLOSH MOM (AGL) data.

This answer combines long-term hazard scoring with current live signals. Use the live page for active watch/warning context over the next 6-24 hours.

Insurance pricing and deductible structure can still vary by neighborhood and carrier, so validate policy details against this risk profile.

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