Melrose hurricane guide¶
Melrose is an inland city. Its Emergency Management page describes the city's planning with its regional and state partners, and the city sends alerts through Everbridge, including for severe weather. The city publishes FEMA flood insurance rate map information and guidelines for work in the floodplain. See the Middlesex County page for state guidance.
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 Melrose. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: cityofmelrose.org
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| City Hall | 781-979-4500 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police Department | 781-665-1212 | For police matters that are not emergencies. |
| Emergency management office | 781-979-4404 | Emergency management office. Office line. |
| Public works | 781-665-0142 | Department of Public Works. Office line. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Melrose Everbridge alerts: Free city alerts by text, phone, and email. Sign up before a storm. Website.
- Melrose Emergency Management: The city's emergency management page. Website.
County services that cover Melrose¶
Middlesex County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Melrose. The Middlesex 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.