Tift County hurricane guide¶
The Tift County Emergency Management Agency (EMA), part of the Tift County Department of Public Safety, uses an all-hazards approach to mitigation, preparedness, response, recovery, and special events. Tift County is inland, so storms bring wind, tornadoes, and flooding. The county site links to a flood map and to planning pages from Ready.gov and the Red Cross.
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 Tift 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 | 229-388-6060 | Tift County EMA, Department of Public Safety, 316 W 2nd Street, Tifton. Not for emergencies. |
| Sheriff's Office non-emergency | 229-388-6020 | For police matters that are not emergencies. |
| Road and traffic conditions (GA 511) | 511 | Evacuation routes and road closures. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Tift County alert signup (Everbridge): Free county alerts. The link is the Citizen Alert Link on the county EMA page. Sign up before a storm. Website.
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 Omega
- City of Tifton. Official website
- City of Ty Ty
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.