Machias hurricane guide¶

Machias is a coastal town on the Machias River in Washington County, Downeast Maine. Tropical storms and their remains bring heavy rain, flooding along the river and low lying areas, coastal storm surge, and strong wind. The town has published notices about the town office closing because of past flooding, and its Code Enforcement page tells owners of waterfront and low lying property to review FEMA's preliminary flood plain maps at the town office. See the Washington County page for county emergency management and alerts.

Official website: machiasme.gov

What to know in Machias¶

• Owners of property along the water or in low lying areas can review FEMA's preliminary flood plain maps at the town office during regular business hours, and are encouraged to contact FEMA and their insurance carrier about changes.

Emergency and information numbers¶

Official alerts and information¶

• Machias Code Enforcement and flood plain maps: The town's Code Enforcement page, with information on FEMA flood plain maps. Website.

County services that cover Machias¶

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

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://machiasme.gov/departments-staff/code-enforcement/
• https://machiasme.gov/home/contact-us/
• https://machiasme.gov/local-utilities/public-safety/police-department/
• https://machiasme.gov/local-utilities/machias-public-works/