Great Barrington hurricane guide¶
Great Barrington is an inland Berkshire County town. Its website offers CodeRED emergency notifications and lists the Southern Berkshire Regional Emergency Planning Committee. For flash flooding and storm remains guidance, see the Berkshire 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 Great Barrington. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: townofgbma.gov
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Town Hall | 413-528-1619 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police Department | 413-528-0306 | For police matters that are not emergencies. |
| Department of Public Works | 413-528-0867 | Extension 1. Office line. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Great Barrington CodeRED: The town's emergency notification sign up. Sign up before a storm. Website.
County services that cover Great Barrington¶
Berkshire County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Great Barrington. The Berkshire County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Local alert systems: MEMA says to ask your local Emergency Management Director whether your community uses its own alert system, such as Reverse 911 or Code Red, and how to sign up. Flash flood and hurricane warnings also reach phones as Wireless Emergency Alerts without signing up. Website.
- Flood Safety Tips (MEMA): What to do before, during, and after a flood watch, flood warning, or flash flood warning. 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.