Sep 6, 2008
Tropical Storm Hanna affected much of the Lower Maryland Eastern Shore during Saturday, September 6th. Storm total rainfall ranged from around one inch to just below three inches. The highest sustained wind of 37 knots (43 mph) was recorded at Bishops Head, with a peak gust of 57 knots (66 mph) was recorded at Ocean City. Minimum pressure of 991 MB was recorded at Bishops Head. Coastal storm tides of 1 to 3 feet above astronomical tide levels were common, with only minor beach erosion reported.
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 136688). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Maryland Beaches County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.