Last month: Governor Martin O'Malley Receives Prestigious Climate Leadership Award from the Chesapeake Climate Action Network

“I’m humbled by this recognition, and recognize that one person’s actions toward a healthier, more sustainable environment – while helpful – would not be nearly as impactful as the actions of a group of caring and committed individuals fighting for the future of our planet,” said Governor Martin O’Malley. “In many ways, the challenge of global warming represents one of the greatest public health challenges of our time. I am honored to have served alongside those courageous advocates who work on the grassroots level, and who give meaning to what we do as public servants.”

Today: Governor Martin O'Malley declares emergency as snow shuts down region -- baltimoresun.com

The weather system, which in one day appeared on pace to make this the snowiest December in state history, dumped as much as 18 to 20 inches in some areas as Gov. Martin O'Malley declared a state of emergency and deployed the National Guard to assist workers in Baltimore and elsewhere.
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"The snow is falling so quickly, it's impossible for crews to stay ahead of it," O'Malley said. State Transportation Secretary Beverly Swain-Staley said that 2,400 workers and 2,300 pieces of equipment were clearing roads starting at 10 p.m. Friday.