Wales hurricane guide¶
Wales is a town in Hampden County in south central Massachusetts. The town has an E-Alerts sign up with an Alert Center list. The town's website does not publish its own hurricane or flood guidance, so see the Hampden County page for flood and storm information and agencies.
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 Wales. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: townofwales.net
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Town Hall | 413-245-7571 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police non-emergency dispatch | 413-245-7222 | To reach an on-duty officer or report a non-urgent matter. |
| Police Department office | 413-245-6030 | Office line. By appointment only. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Wales E-Alerts: The town's sign up for email and text notices, including an Alert Center list. Website.
County services that cover Wales¶
Hampden County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Wales. 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.
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.