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Springfield hurricane guide

Springfield is an inland city. The Fire Department's Division of Emergency Preparedness says hurricane hazards for the Springfield area are high winds, tornadoes, and inland flooding. The city has a Resident Alert System and a 311 service line.

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 City of Springfield. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.

Official website: springfield-ma.gov/cos

Emergency and information numbers

Service Number Notes
City 311 service center 413-736-3111 City services line. Not for emergencies.
Police non-emergency 413-787-6302 For police matters that are not emergencies.
Emergency preparedness division 413-787-6720 Office line. Not for emergencies.

Official alerts and information

  • Springfield Resident Alert System: The city's resident alert sign up. Sign up before a storm. Website.
  • Springfield Emergency Preparedness: The city's emergency preparedness page, with hurricane tips and a flood risk link. Website.

County services that cover Springfield

Hampden County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Springfield. The Hampden 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.

Sources

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