Swansea hurricane guide¶
Swansea is a coastal town in southeastern Massachusetts. The town says high tides can cause flooding even in minor storms, and it recalls flooding at the boat ramp during Hurricane Henri. It runs CodeRed emergency notifications. For evacuation zones see the Bristol 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 Swansea. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: swanseama.gov
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Town Hall | 508-678-2981 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police Department | 508-674-8464 | Police department line. Not for emergencies. |
| Highway Department | 508-678-5615 | Town roads and drainage. Office line. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Swansea CodeRed Emergency Notifications: The town's emergency notification page. Sign up before a storm. Website.
- Swansea Emergency Preparedness: The town's emergency preparedness and hazard mitigation page. Website.
- Swansea Flooding and Coastal Property: FEMA flood maps and coastal property storm protection. Website.
County services that cover Swansea¶
Bristol County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Swansea. The Bristol County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Look up your evacuation zone
- 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.
- https://www.swanseama.gov/
- https://www.swanseama.gov/departments/police_department/index.php
- https://www.swanseama.gov/departments/highway_department_public_works/index.php
- https://www.swanseama.gov/departments/police_department/codered_emergency_notifications.php
- https://www.swanseama.gov/residents/emergency_preparedness/index.php
- https://www.swanseama.gov/departments/conservation_commission/flooding_and_coastal_property/index.php