New Hartford hurricane guide¶
New Hartford is a town in the Northwest Hills of Connecticut. The First Selectman's office handles emergency management for the town, and the town website has a sign up for Town Alerts and urgent alert updates. For CT Alert sign up and the State of Connecticut's hurricane guidance, see the Northwest Hills Planning Region page.
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 New Hartford. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: newhartfordct.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. |
| Town Hall and Emergency Management | 860-379-3389 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police Department | 860-379-8621 | For police matters that are not emergencies. |
| Highway Department | 860-379-0351 | Town roads. Office line. |
Official alerts and information¶
- New Hartford Town Alerts: Free email alerts from the town, including Urgent Alert Updates and Town Alerts. Sign up before a storm. Website.
- New Hartford Emergency Management: The town's emergency management page. Website.
County services that cover New Hartford¶
Northwest Hills Planning Region manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in New Hartford. The Northwest Hills 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.