UPDATE: Freezing Temperatures Impact Conococheague Creek

100 W. Washington Street, Suite 1401

Hagerstown, MD 21740 | 240.313.2380

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT:

Danielle Crabb, Director

P: 240.313.2384

E: [email protected]

UPDATE: FREEZING TEMPERATURES IMPACT CONOCOCHEAGUE CREEK
Ice buildup results in hazardous conditions

HAGERSTOWN, Md. (January 14, 2018) - The Washington County Board of County Commissioners and the Division of Emergency Services would like to provide an update regarding the hazardous conditions in Williamsport along the Conococheague Creek.

All citizens impacted by the ice that has accumulated in the area of Kemps Mill Road and Snug Harbor Campground have been notified. Heat and medical needs have been identified and DES is prepared to offer assistance when needed for those residents who have decided to remain in the area.

DES, local fire and rescue companies, and other County resources, are continuing to monitor the ice build up along Conococheague Creek in Washington County.

Please monitor local media, the Washington County and Emergency Services website and social media sites for further updates.

Citizens are advised to refrain from driving through ice or standing water. Encroaching or walking upon ice-covered bodies of water is also discouraged.

Those living within the affected area in need of assistance or requiring further information are asked to call the Emergency Operations Center at (240) 313-4377.

Stay tuned for updates from DES in the morning at approximately 9 a.m.

For additional information contact Public Relations and Marketing Director Danielle Crabb

at 240-313-2384.

###

About Washington County, Maryland Government

Washington County, Maryland Government strives to fulfill its duty to the citizens of Washington County with regard to operational efficiency, fiscal responsibility, and responsiveness to the needs of the community. This vision is used to ably assist the Board of County Commissioners of Washington County in achieving goals for moving the County forward as present needs and future plans are addressed.

According to the Maryland Department of Legislative Services, the Washington County General Fund has one of the lowest costs per capita for services provided of all 23 counties and Baltimore City. This is attributed to the efficiency, staffing levels, and cost containment exhibited in Washington County Government operations. Visit www.washco-md.net for more information.

Get Connected and See Updates

Twitter: Follow us on Twitter @WashingtonCoMD

Facebook: Like on Facebook at WashingtonCountyMD
Instagram: Follow us on Instagram at WashingtonCoMD

YouTube: Watch on WashingtonCountyMD