Preston hurricane guide¶

Preston's Public Works Department responds to year-round storms, including flooding and hurricanes, and the town says it reports road emergencies such as fallen trees and extensive street flooding to police dispatch. The town runs its own alert program. For regional guidance see also the Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region page.

Official website: prestonct.gov

Emergency and information numbers¶

Official alerts and information¶

• Town of Preston Alert Program: Free town alerts by text, phone call, or email, such as severe weather information and major road closures. Sign up before a storm. Website.
• Preston Storm Control: The town's page on Public Works storm response. Website.

County services that cover Preston¶

Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Preston. The Southeastern Connecticut 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.

• https://www.prestonct.gov/
• https://www.prestonct.gov/545/Reporting-Emergencies
• https://www.prestonct.gov/415/Alert-System
• https://www.prestonct.gov/207/Storm-Control