Montgomery County hurricane guide¶
The Montgomery County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) coordinates the county's response to natural, technological, and manmade disasters and runs the Emergency Operations Center. The county offers free Hyper-Reach alerts for severe weather, road closures, and school closures. The county site does not publish evacuation zones or a standing shelter list.
Checked on October 8, 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 Montgomery County Emergency Management Agency. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency | 911 | Police, fire, and ambulance. Call only when someone's life or property is in danger. |
| Emergency management office | 912-583-2363 | Montgomery County EMA director's office, listed on the county EMA page. Not for emergencies. |
| Sheriff's Office non-emergency | 912-583-2321 | Sheriff's Office number listed on the county Sheriff page. For police matters that are not emergencies. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Hyper-Reach: Free alerts by text or voice. Sign up before a storm. You can also call 912-454-8106 and follow the instructions. 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 county does not publish a standing list of shelters. Shelters are announced for each event, so do not go to a site until the county says it is open. Check the county's alerts and website for announcements.
Cities and towns¶
Each city has its own services and some have their own alerts. The county's evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts cover everyone, in every city and in unincorporated areas.
- City of Ailey
- Town of Alston
- Town of Higgston
- City of Mount Vernon
- Town of Tarrytown
- City of Uvalda
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 8, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.