Rockville hurricane guide¶
Rockville's pages focus on flooding from heavy rain. The city offers a Flood Mitigation Assistance Program, a flooding page for homeowners, and Alert Rockville, part of the Alert Montgomery network. The city's Department of Public Works runs a 24-hour utility emergency line.
Checked on October 10, 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 Rockville. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: rockvillemd.gov
What to know in Rockville¶
- The city's Flood Mitigation Assistance Program gives matching reimbursement funds to residents and property owners who improve their properties to reduce future flood damage.
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| City Hall | 240-314-5000 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police non-emergency | 240-314-8900 | The city's police hotline for non-emergencies. |
| Utility emergencies | 240-314-8567 | 24-hour line for emergency water, sewer, or stormwater problems, including blocked storm drains. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Alert Rockville: Free alerts from the city and county by email and text. Sign up before a storm. Website.
- Rockville Flooding Relief and Insurance: The city's flooding help, flood insurance, and mitigation assistance page. 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 city pages do not list shelters. Shelters, if any, are announced for each emergency. Do not go to a site until it is announced. See the Montgomery County page.
County services that cover Rockville¶
Montgomery County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Rockville. The Montgomery County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Alert Montgomery: Free alerts by text, email, or voice message. Sign up before a storm and pick the categories you want. Website.
- Montgomery County Hurricane Guidance: The county's official hurricane page: before, during, and after a storm. 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.