Queen Anne's County Office of the Sheriff

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Reminder for the weekend: Ramp access to westbound US 50/301 at MD 8 and Duke Street will be closed from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. to help ease congestion. Use alternate routes and follow posted detours! Have you found your best alternate route?

Baltimore County is urging all residents to protect themselves, family members, neighbors and pets from today's extreme heat. For more tips, visit ow.ly/WG5n50ZaBWY.

Peak Heat Index values of 100-104 F are forecast for today and Friday, increasing the risk for heat-related illnesses. A Slight (Level 2) Risk for Severe Thunderstorms is in place for today and Friday with another round of severe thunderstorms possible on Sunday.

Reminder: @SpOlympicsMD Torch Run to cross westbound Bay Bridge TOMORROW (June 9) after morning rush hour. Right and center lanes will be closed temporarily while runners make their way across the bridge. Minimal traffic delays are expected. Updates here and 1-877-BAYSPAN.

Drivers & Passengers + Seat Belts = Best Friends Forever 💙

Lighting do and don'ts: Go inside when you hear thunder or see lightning. Find a sturdy house, building, car with a roof. Stay indoors for at least 20 minutes after you last hear thunder. #QACPrepares

Press Conference: FAIR, 17 Maryland Sheriffs Sue to Stop State’s New Sanctuary Law twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Don't wait until it's raining cats and dogs to get #petprepared. What steps are you taking to prepare your pets? Share in the comments! ready.gov/animals

If you're planning to drink this Memorial Day weekend, plan a sober ride home: 🔴Call a taxi 🔴Schedule a rideshare 🔴Call a sober friend to bring you home Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving.

This week — and every week — we remind drivers to show their appreciation for first responders by slowing down or moving over when they see flashing lights on the shoulder. 🚨 Let's keep our protectors safe!

A vehicle breakdown can cause a backup in seconds. Be sure your vehicle is road-ready—check tires, fluids and gas. If you can’t safely exit the roadway, stay buckled and face forward. Dial #77 for non-emergency assistance.

Give Mom what she really wants this Mother’s Day: Peace of mind. ✨🩷 Click It or Ticket

Wednesday is National Bike and Roll to School Day! Whether your child is on a bike, scooter, or skates, they need to keep these safety tips in mind: ✅ Helmets should be snug and level — no tilting back! ✅ Make eye contact with drivers at every driveway. ✅ Bright colors are your best friend. Let’s make the trip to school the safest part of their day. 🎒✨

A surge of very warm temperatures are giving millions of people an early taste of summer this week. 🔥🌡️ Parents, remind yourselves that it's NEVER safe to leave a child in a vehicle. ⤵️

On this National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, we salute these hard-working professionals! 👏 The National 911 Program Office, housed at NHTSA, proudly supports the mission of answering emergency calls and sending help, 24/7/365.

Prom season is here! 💃🤵‍♂️ Parents — be sure to set the SAFE rules for new teen drivers. More: NHTSA.gov/teen-driving/d…

Flood Fact: Do not attempt to drive through a flooded road. The depth of water is not always obvious. The roadbed may be washed out under the water, and you could be stranded or trapped. What precautions do you take during floods? Share your tips! #floodsafety

Severe weather today! 🌪️ A Storm Watch means conditions may form; a Storm Warning means take action now! Stay safe! #WeatherAlert

Severe thunderstorms are anticpiated on Monday. Queen Anne’s County remains within the Enhanced (Level 3) Risk with a rare Moderate (Level 4) Risk in place for areas west of the Chesapeake Bay. Adjustments to these risk areas remain possible in future updates.

⚠️ Heavy Snow & Strong Winds Possible Sun-Mon Confidence has increased for at least moderate snowfall across the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast, but the forecast remains highly uncertain. See the latest Key Messages for more information. Be sure to check for updates!