Surprise hurricane guide¶
Surprise has a Monsoon Safety page, a Flood Protection and Resources page, an Emergency Management page, and an Alert Surprise page for emergency alerts through the Smart911 app. The pages checked did not show a published city phone number, so use the city website, and see the Maricopa County page for county agencies.
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 Surprise. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: surpriseaz.gov
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency | 911 | Police, fire, and ambulance. Call only when someone's life or property is in danger. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Alert Surprise: The city's emergency alert page, with the Smart911 app. Website.
- Surprise Monsoon Safety: The city's monsoon safety page. Website.
- Surprise Flood Protection and Resources: Flood resources and links to monsoon safety and preparedness tips. Website.
- Surprise Emergency Management: The city's emergency management page. Website.
County services that cover Surprise¶
Maricopa County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Surprise. The Maricopa County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA): Alerts sent to WEA-enabled phones in the affected area. The county says you do not need to download an app or subscribe. Website.
- Maricopa County Monsoon and flood safety: Flood Control District guidance on flooding, dust storms, sandbags, and extreme heat, with rainfall maps. 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.