Ipswich hurricane guide¶
Ipswich is a coastal Essex County town. The town's Preparedness page urges residents to sign up for Smart911, and its notification page says alerts cover power outages, weather emergencies, and flooding. The pages do not describe storm surge or evacuation zones, so see the Essex 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 Ipswich. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: ipswichma.gov
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Town Hall | 978-356-6600 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police Department | 978-356-4343 | Police department office line. Not for emergencies. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Ipswich Notification Sign Up: Free town alerts for emergencies such as power outages, weather emergencies, and flooding. Sign up before a storm. Website.
- Ipswich Preparedness: The town's emergency preparedness page. Website.
County services that cover Ipswich¶
Essex County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Ipswich. The Essex 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.