​​A state of emergency was declared on March 5, 2020 and continues into effect. A state of emergency has been declared in order to allow Maryland to coordinate and request emergency resources and support in response to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus). A state of emergency allows the Governor to access certain resources in order to increase the State's response.

A state of emergency is a good indicator that residents should remain alert and follow officials’ orders and news stations in order to be informed of the situation.

UPDATE - Here is additional information about this state of emergency:

• For proclamations and orders issued by Governor Larry Hogan related to COVID-19, along with interpretive guidance from the Governor’s Office of Legal Counsel, visit governor.maryland.gov/covid-19-pandemic-orders-and-guidance/​

• For health resources regarding COVID-19, including case counts and clinician guidance, Marylanders should visit coronavirus.maryland.gov.

• For facts about Maryland's (COVID-19) Response​, visit mema.maryland.gov/coronavirus-rumor-control

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