Grant County OEM & 911

06/01/2026

The spring fire season ends today. Daylight burning is permitted, but the risk remains. Keep a 10-foot safety strip perimeter clear. Keep water nearby. Stay safe. 🌅✔️

05/27/2026

Attention Residents,

We have confirmed with the National Weather Service that moderate rainfall is expected over the next 90 minutes to 2 hours. The Mount Storm and Bayard areas are forecasted to receive 1-2 inches of rain, while Dorcas may receive up to 1.5 inches and the Maysville area approximately 0.5-1 inch. A flood watch has been issued for Western Grant until 8 PM this evening. In case of emergencies, please contact 911 and refrain from driving or walking in flooded areas.

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05/27/2026

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of western Maryland, including the following areas, Eastern Garrett, Extreme Western Allegany and ...

05/27/2026

Allow us to introduce our 2026 submission for America’s Best Looking Cruiser Contest.

This photo was taken on Route 48 (Corridor H) at the Lost River Overpass in Hardy County during the fall of 2025 and was captured by Sgt. D.M. Simerly.

Voting will take place from June 29th at 10am through July 10th at noon.

05/27/2026

Alert for Western Grant,

The weather service has issued flood warnings for Tucker County and Clarksburg, with particular attention to the Western part of the county due to heavy rainfall predicted between now and noon or 1 PM. Expected rainfall includes 2 inches in areas like Mount Storm, Bismarck, Bayard, with half an inch in Petersburg and 1 to 1.5 inches in Jordan Run. Residents are advised to stay alert, avoid floodwaters, and contact 911 for assistance if needed.

Again report any possible issues to 911. Warnings may be issued.

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05/27/2026

Widespread showers and thunderstorms may bring areas of flash flooding across much of the Southern Plains into the Gulf Coast region and the upper Ohio River Valley into the Mid-Atlantic. A large Pacific storm will bring widespread rain, gusty winds, and mountain snow to California and the Great Bas...

05/27/2026