Albany hurricane guide¶

Albany is the only incorporated city in Dougherty County. The city publishes flood and flood prevention information and describes the area's StormReady designation from the National Weather Service. For county agencies, see the Dougherty County page.

Official website: albanyga.gov

Emergency and information numbers¶

Official alerts and information¶

• Albany Flooding and Flood Prevention: The city's flood page, with flood map and elevation certificate information. Website.
• Albany StormReady Community: The fire department's page on the StormReady program. Website.

County services that cover Albany¶

Dougherty County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Albany. The Dougherty County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.

• Dougherty County Emergency Management Services: The county's emergency management page, with the local emergency operations plan and safety tips. Website.
• Dougherty County Hurricane Preparation: The county's hurricane preparation page: know if you live in an evacuation zone, plan where you will go, and plan for your pets. 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.albanyga.gov/
• https://www.albanyga.gov/City-Departments/Planning-Development/Flooding-and-Flood-Prevention
• https://www.albanyga.gov/City-Departments/Albany-Fire-Department/StormReady-Community