Youngtown hurricane guide¶

Youngtown is a town in Maricopa County. Its public works page says the desert ground does not absorb rain well and can flood, and the town offers sand and sand bags for residents at its public works yard. Police service is from the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office.

Official website: youngtownaz.org

What to know in Youngtown¶

• Sand and sand bags are available for residents flooded by rain water, at the sand yard next to the Public Works Facility at 11117 W. Peoria Avenue. Bring your own shovel and fill each bag only half full.

Emergency and information numbers¶

Official alerts and information¶

• Youngtown flood and sand bag information: Where to get sand and sand bags during rain flooding. Website.
• Youngtown Emergency Management: The town's emergency management page. Website.

County services that cover Youngtown¶

Maricopa County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Youngtown. 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.

• https://youngtownaz.org/departments/public_works/potential_flood_forecast_procedures.php
• https://youngtownaz.org/
• https://youngtownaz.org/departments/community_development/emergency_management.php