Bowie hurricane guide¶
Bowie's Office of Emergency Management says the city's hazards include floods, home fires, extreme heat, snow storms, and the occasional tornado or hurricane. The city's hurricane guidance says hurricane winds, rain, tornadoes, and flooding can be felt hundreds of miles inland. Sign up for Alert Bowie.
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 Bowie. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: cityofbowie.org
What to know in Bowie¶
- The city says most insurance policies do not cover flooding and suggests installing check valves in plumbing to prevent back-ups.
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| City Hall | 301-262-6200 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police Department | 240-544-5700 | For police matters that are not emergencies. |
| Public works | 301-809-2344 | Department of Public Works, to report water pollution or problems with a local stream, pond, or storm drain. Office line. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Alert Bowie: Free city alerts. Sign up before a storm. Website.
- Bowie Emergency Management: The city's emergency management page. Website.
- Bowie hazards and how to prepare: The city's hurricane, flood, and storm guidance. 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's hurricane guidance tells residents to review their evacuation zone, evacuation route, and shelter locations. The pages checked do not list shelters. Shelters, if any, are announced for each emergency. Do not go to a site until it is announced.
County services that cover Bowie¶
Prince George's County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Bowie. The Prince George's County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Look up your evacuation zone
- Alert Prince George's: Free alerts by text, email, or phone about severe weather, closures, and emergencies. Sign up before a storm using the Sign Up button on the page. Website.
- Prince George's County Emergency Management: The county's emergency management division page. 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.