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Manchester-by-the-Sea hurricane guide

Manchester-by-the-Sea is a coastal town in Essex County. The Conservation Commission's page describes land subject to coastal storm flowage and says FEMA flood maps are available at the Conservation Commission office. The town offers Smart911 registration for emergency alerts. For county and state agencies, 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 Manchester-by-the-Sea. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.

Official website: manchester.ma.us

What to know in Manchester-by-the-Sea

  • The town's Conservation Commission page defines land subject to coastal storm flowage as land subject to inundation caused by coastal storms, and says FEMA flood insurance rate maps can be viewed at the Conservation Commission office.

Emergency and information numbers

Service Number Notes
Select Board office 978-526-2000 Town Hall main office. Not for emergencies.
Police Department 978-526-1212 For police matters that are not emergencies.
Public works 978-526-1242 Town roads and drainage. Office line.

Official alerts and information

  • Manchester-by-the-Sea Smart911: Free town emergency alerts. Register before a storm. Website.
  • Manchester-by-the-Sea Notify Me: Town news and notification lists by email or text. Website.

County services that cover Manchester-by-the-Sea

Essex County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Manchester-by-the-Sea. The Essex County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.

Sources

Checked on October 10, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.