Clinton spreads across roughly 25 square miles of land at about 249 feet above sea level, and it has changed fast. The housing count rose from 8,962 units in 2000 to 13,725 in 2020, so the area mixes recent subdivisions with older homes and a few historic buildings such as the Surratt House and the Wyoming house.
Fire & Water Energy operates as a referral line for southern Prince George's County and does no restoration itself. When you call (866) 937-3230, we'll try to put you in touch with an independent restoration contractor serving Clinton, depending on who is available nearby. The how it works page and the referral disclosure explain how a call from a Clinton household gets passed along.
What Prince George's County weather has thrown at Clinton
Southern Prince George's County sees the full range of Mid-Atlantic hazards. Since 2000, FEMA major disaster declarations covering the county include Hurricane Isabel (2003), the Remnants of Tropical Storm Lee (2011) and Hurricane Sandy (2012), along with severe winter storm and snowstorm declarations in 2000, 2010 and 2016.
The county's hazard mitigation plan, updated for 2022, looks at risks such as flooding, winter storms and dam failures, and it discusses building codes meant to help new structures withstand hurricane-force winds. Summer brings a different stress: the county posts extreme heat guidance and opens cooling centers during hot spells.
Leaks, burst lines and water damage repair in Clinton homes
The mix of housing shapes the usual problems. Newer homes tend to have trouble with failed supply hoses, water heaters or washing machine lines, while older houses may have aging drain pipes and roofs. In a deep cold snap like the ones behind the 2010 and 2016 snowstorm declarations, pipes along exterior walls or in unheated spaces can freeze and split.
If you need water damage restoration in Clinton, a reputable contractor will usually find and stop the source, pull out standing water, take moisture readings and set up air movers and dehumidifiers. Wet drywall and carpet pad are often cut out. Our pages on water damage restoration and burst pipe water damage walk through that process for Clinton-area owners.
Federal disaster declarations that included Prince George's County
FEMA records show Prince George's County was included in 6 major disaster declarations for weather or fire events from 2000 through 2026 (2 winter storm, 2 hurricane, 1 flood, 1 severe storm, by FEMA incident type). Declarations are made at the county level, so they do not mean every neighborhood in Clinton was affected. The most recent:
- 2016 – Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm (DR-4261)
- 2012 – Hurricane Sandy (DR-4091)
- 2011 – Remnants of Tropical Storm Lee (DR-4038)
- 2010 – Severe Winter Storms and Snowstorms (DR-1910)
- 2003 – Hurricane Isabel (DR-1492)
- 2000 – Severe Winter Storm (DR-1324)
Source: OpenFEMA Disaster Declarations Summaries, retrieved 2026-10-10. Counts include major disaster (DR) declarations with hurricane, flood, severe storm, tropical storm, fire, tornado, coastal storm, winter or ice storm, mudslide and dam/levee incident types.
Water, fire or storm damage in Clinton?
Call (866) 937-3230 and tell us what happened at your Clinton property.
After a house fire: soot, odor and debris
A small kitchen or heating fire can coat a whole floor with soot, and fire hoses leave behind their own water damage. Smoke residue is acidic and can discolor surfaces and metals the longer it sits, so cleaning tends to start early.
Contractors commonly board up openings, haul out charred materials, clean walls and contents, and treat lingering smoke smell with specialized deodorizing equipment. Historic or older structures may need extra care with original wood and plaster. Our fire damage restoration page explains the typical steps.
Hurricane remnants, heavy rain and storm cleanup
Tropical systems such as Isabel, Lee and Sandy brought wind and soaking rain to the region, and the county plan names flooding as a key hazard. Wind can drop limbs onto roofs, while hours of rain can push water into basements, crawl spaces and low spots in a yard.
Flood water from outside is often treated as contaminated, so contractors usually remove porous materials it touched, disinfect, and then dry the structure. See storm damage cleanup and flood cleanup for more on what that work involves.
Keeping mold from taking hold
Humid Maryland summers give mold an easy start in any area that stays damp for more than a day or two. Basements, bathrooms, the space under kitchen sinks and attics below a roof leak are the usual places to check.
EPA guidance suggests a homeowner can often handle a moldy patch smaller than about 10 square feet after fixing the moisture problem. Larger growth, mold inside ductwork, or anyone in the home with breathing problems is a good reason to bring in mold remediation help.
Safety and paperwork checklist for Clinton households
- Call 911 for fires, injuries, a gas odor or water that is rising inside the house.
- Keep out of rooms where water may be touching outlets, cords or the electrical panel.
- Sign up for Alert Prince George's through the county Homeland Security website so you get local warnings.
- Take photos and video of damage before cleanup starts, and save receipts for anything you buy.
- Contact your insurer or agent early. What gets paid depends on your own policy wording, and rising-water losses typically fall under separate flood insurance.
Neighborhoods and nearby communities
Nearby communities with their own pages (straight-line distance from Clinton):
- Camp Springs · 3 mi
- Oxon Hill · 6 mi
- Suitland · 6 mi
- Fort Washington · 8 mi
- Alexandria, VA · 8 mi
- Fort Hunt, VA · 9 mi
Clinton restoration FAQs
Does Clinton get serious winter storms?
Yes. FEMA major disaster declarations for severe winter storms and snowstorms covered Prince George's County in 2000, 2010 and 2016. Heavy snow and hard freezes are when frozen pipes and ice-related roof leaks tend to show up.
How do I get emergency alerts in Clinton?
Prince George's County runs Alert Prince George's, which you can sign up for on the county Homeland Security website. The same site has preparedness resources, extreme heat tips and cooling center information.
My Clinton home is older. What should I watch for?
Older plumbing, roofs and water heaters are more likely to fail, and some historic buildings in the area date back to the 18th and 19th centuries. Inspecting supply lines, the roof and attic, and basement walls once a year helps catch leaks early.
Is flooding a concern in southern Prince George's County?
The county's hazard mitigation plan lists flooding among the natural hazards it plans for, and the Remnants of Tropical Storm Lee in 2011 led to a federal flood declaration. Keep gutters clear and grade soil away from the foundation to cut down on basement seepage.
Restoration guides
- Water Damage Restoration
- Burst Pipe Water Damage
- Storm Damage Cleanup
- Flood Cleanup
- Fire Damage Restoration
- Mold Remediation
Local resources for Clinton residents
- Prince George's County Homeland Security
- Alert Prince George's sign-up
- Prince George's County Hazard Mitigation Plan