Windsor Locks hurricane guide¶
Windsor Locks has an Emergency Management Department with a Community Emergency Response Team and its own Everbridge alert program. The town's shelter page lists shelter locations and says to call 2-1-1 for assistance.
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 Town of Windsor Locks. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: windsorlocksct.org
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Town Hall | 860-292-8696 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police Department | 860-627-1461 | For routine calls. Not for emergencies. |
| Public works | 860-627-1405 | Public Works office line. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Windsor Locks Everbridge Alerts: Free town alerts by phone, email, and text. Sign up before a storm. Website.
- Windsor Locks Emergency Management: The town's emergency management page. Website.
- Windsor Locks Emergency Shelters: The town's page listing shelter locations. Shelters open only when announced. 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 town posts a printable list of emergency shelter locations and says to call 2-1-1 for assistance. Shelters open only when officials announce them.
County services that cover Windsor Locks¶
Capitol Planning Region manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Windsor Locks. The Capitol Planning Region guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- CTAlert: Connecticut's statewide emergency alert system, run by the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection. Sign up before a storm. Also check your town's own alerts. Website.
- Hurricanes (CT Prepares): The State of Connecticut's hurricane safety page. 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.