Inclement Weather & Flooding Notice: May 30th-31st  

Due to forecasted inclement weather from Friday, May 30, 2025, through Saturday, May 31, 2025, the Town of Cheverly is issuing a hazardous weather warning in anticipation of heavy rainfall and potential flash flooding.  

Residents are urged to use caution, stay informed, and avoid flood-prone areas during periods of heavy rain. Additional updates will be shared as conditions develop.  

The following locations have been identified as areas at risk of flooding: 

• Forest Road and Park Way *  

• Montrose Road and Cheverly Avenue *  

• Newton Street (5600 and 5700 Block)  

• Valley Way  

• Valley Way and Euclid Street *  

• Wayne Place and Cheverly Park Drive    

• Trent Street  

• Cheverly Hills Court (3200 Block)  

• Joslyn Place and 63rd Place  

• Lake Avenue and Euclid Street *   

• Carlisle Street and Crest Avenue  

• Tuxedo Road (near the overpass)  

• Lake Avenue, Belleview, and Valley Way (due to running water from sloped yards) 

*These locations have recently undergone county storm drain improvements and are expected to experience less severe flooding than in previous years. 

Protective Actions:  

• Avoid driving through flooded roadways – "Turn Around, Don't Drown."  

• Secure belongings and elevate valuables if you are in a flood-prone area.  

• Monitor roads and weather alerts and be prepared to evacuate if advised.  

• Stay indoors and off roads unless absolutely necessary.  

• Relocate vehicles to elevated locations.  

• Ask neighbors with access to high-elevation parking for assistance    

Emergency Resources:

• In case of emergency, dial 911 immediately. 

• For non-emergency concerns, contact Cheverly Public Works at 301-773-2666 ext. 1

Stay Informed:

Official updates will be shared through the News and Announcements system and on the Town website at www.cheverly-md.gov.

Town Operations: 

• Cheverly Police will remain operational 24/7 throughout the storm. 

Helpful Contacts: 

Always dial 911 for life-threatening emergencies.

Report Power Outages: 

• Call 1-877-737-2662 or 800-833-7476. 

• Text "Out" to 48710 to report an outage. (First, text "ADD OUTAGE" to 48710 to sign up for this service.) 

• To receive outage alerts, sign up online at pepco.com/Alerts. 

• Follow Pepco on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) for the latest updates. 

Downed Wires/Lines: 

• Call 911 or 800-833-7476.

Fallen Utility Wires: 

• Call 1-800-VERIZON (1-800-837-4966) or (410) 265-0577

Water Main Breaks: 

• Call WSSC Water at (301) 206-4002. 

Gas Leaks: 

• Call Washington Gas at (703) 750-1400.