Yarmouth hurricane guide¶
Yarmouth is a Cape Cod town, and the town says much of it lies within a hurricane evacuation zone. The town's Emergency Preparedness page links to evacuation zone, storm surge, and evacuation route maps. For state guidance see the Barnstable County page.
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 Town of Yarmouth. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: yarmouth.ma.us
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Town Hall | 508-398-2231 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police Department | 508-775-0445 | Police department office line. Not for emergencies. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Yarmouth Emergency Preparedness: The town's page with CodeRED sign up, hurricane guides, shelter information, and evacuation maps. Website.
- Yarmouth Flood Zone Information: The town's flood zone information 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 town's Emergency Preparedness page links to Yarmouth and Barnstable County shelter information. Shelters open only when announced, so check town alerts first.
County services that cover Yarmouth¶
Barnstable County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Yarmouth. The Barnstable County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Look up your evacuation zone
- Barnstable County Emergency Management: Barnstable County's website. Its emergency pages cover regional emergency planning and sheltering. Check it and your town for updates. Website.
- Hurricane Evacuation Zones and Know Your Zone: MEMA's official zone map for your community. 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.