Rainsville hurricane guide¶
Rainsville is a city in DeKalb County, Alabama, with its own police and fire departments. The city's emergency preparedness page says a flood could cut off gas, water, and electricity for days, and it lists public storm shelters. Storm risk here is heavy rain, flash flooding, wind, and tornadoes from the remains of tropical storms.
Checked on October 10, 2026
Every phone number and web address on this page was checked against official sources on that date. Details can change, especially during a storm. Always follow instructions from the City of Rainsville. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: rainsvillealabama.com
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| City Hall | 256-638-6331 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police Department | 256-638-2157 | Office and dispatch line. For emergencies, call 911. |
| Fire Department non-emergency | 256-638-8055 | For fire department matters that are not emergencies. For emergencies, call 911. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Rainsville Emergency Preparedness: The city's emergency preparedness page, with storm and flood tips and a list of public storm shelters. Website.
Evacuation centers¶
Open only when announced
Evacuation centers open only when officials announce them, and not every center opens for every storm. Check the official list of open centers before you leave home. Bring your own bedding, food, water, and medicines.
The city's emergency preparedness page lists public storm shelters with a contact for each. It says the shelter at Plainview School is open to the public only when school is not in session. Call the Rainsville Police Department or Fire Department for shelter information before you go.
County services that cover Rainsville¶
DeKalb County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Rainsville. The DeKalb County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Official list of open evacuation centers
- Alert DeKalb (Regroup): Free alerts by text, email, or phone. Sign up before a storm. Website.
- DeKalb County Emergency Management Agency: The county EMA website, with the storm shelter page, damage reports, and weather information. Website.
Related guides¶
- Should I evacuate?
- What to expect at a hurricane shelter
- Hurricane supply list
- After a hurricane: the first 24 hours
- Insurance claims and disaster aid
Sources¶
Checked on October 10, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.