Wetumpka hurricane guide¶
Wetumpka is a city in Elmore County in central Alabama, and home to the county Emergency Management Agency. It is inland, with no storm surge evacuation zones, but tropical storms can bring high winds, tornadoes, and flooding. The city has its own police and fire departments, and city Public Works crews clear roads after storms.
Checked on October 2, 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 Wetumpka. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: wetumpkaal.gov
What to know in Wetumpka¶
- City Public Works crews are on call in emergencies to clear roads after storms. Report drainage problems and debris pickup needs with the city's online Public Works form.
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| City Hall | 334-567-5147 | Office line. Not for emergencies. Weekdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
| Police non-emergency | 334-567-5321 | Police Department main line. For emergencies, call 911. |
| Public works | 334-567-1328 | Weekdays 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Wetumpka Notify Me: Sign up for city alerts and news by email or text. Website.
County services that cover Wetumpka¶
Elmore County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Wetumpka. The Elmore County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Official list of open evacuation centers
- Elmore County EMA app: The county EMA's free app for iPhone and Android. Website.
- Elmore County Emergency Management Agency: The county EMA's page with the Safer Places program, plans, and contacts. Website.
Power, water and debris¶
- Wetumpka Water Works & Sewer Board: After hours water and sewer emergencies. Office line 334-567-8404, weekdays 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Phone: 334-313-0102. Website.
- Report a Public Works issue: Online form for drainage, street, and trash or debris pickup problems. 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 2, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.
- https://wetumpkaal.gov/187/Public-Works
- https://wetumpkaal.gov/312/Contact-the-City-of-Wetumpka
- https://wetumpkaal.gov/185/Police-Department
- https://wetumpkaal.gov/AlertCenter.aspx
- https://www.wetumpkawater.com/
- https://wetumpkaal.gov/FormCenter/Public-Works-5/Report-Public-Works-Issues-46
- https://wetumpkaal.gov/180/Fire-Department