Springfield hurricane guide¶
Springfield is a small city next to Panama City. It has its own police and fire departments and runs its own water and sewer service. For storm alerts, the city points residents to AlertBay.
Checked on September 30, 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 Springfield. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: springfieldfl.net
What to know in Springfield¶
- Garbage and bulk pickup are handled by Waste Pro under a city contract. Yard debris is picked up on your regular trash day, but not if it is under wires or tree limbs, too close to a fence, or mixed with construction debris.
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| City Hall | 850-872-7570 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police non-emergency | 850-872-7545 | For police matters that are not emergencies. |
| Fire rescue non-emergency | 850-872-7535 | Springfield Fire Rescue. For emergencies, call 911. |
| Water emergencies (on call) | 850-867-7374 | City on-call water crew. Report water main breaks and low water pressure. |
| Sewer emergencies (on call) | 850-630-0054 | City on-call sewer crew. Report sewer backups and overflows. |
County services that cover Springfield¶
Bay County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Springfield. The Bay County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Look up your evacuation zone
- Official list of open evacuation centers
- AlertBay: Free alerts by text, email, or phone. Sign up before a storm. Website.
- Bay County Emergency Management: The county's official hurricane information page. Website.
Power, water and debris¶
- City of Springfield Public Works (water and sewer): Extension 103, during office hours. The city also lists on-call water and sewer numbers above. Phone: 850-872-7570. Website.
- City of Springfield sanitation (Waste Pro): Extension 109 for missed pickups and other sanitation problems. Phone: 850-872-7570. 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 September 30, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.