Boston hurricane guide¶
Boston's Office of Emergency Management tells residents to review their hurricane evacuation zone, find out whether their property is in a flood prone or high risk area, and listen to local officials. The city sends emergency alerts through Alert Boston. For zones and shelters see also the Suffolk 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 City of Boston. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: boston.gov
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| City Hall and city services (Boston 311) | 311 | Call 311 to reach City Hall and city services. Not for emergencies. |
| Emergency management office | 617-343-2400 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Public works | 617-635-4900 | City streets and public works. Office line. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Alert Boston: Free city emergency alerts by phone, text, or email, in 11 languages. Sign up before a storm. Website.
- Boston Preparing for a Hurricane or Tropical Storm: The city's official hurricane and tropical storm page. Website.
- Boston Flood Safety Tips: The city's flood page, with how to check your flood zone. Website.
Evacuation centers¶
Open only when announced
Evacuation centers open only when officials announce them, and not every center opens for every storm. Check the official list of open centers before you leave home. Bring your own bedding, food, water, and medicines.
The city tells residents to know where their nearest emergency shelter is and to make sure a shelter has been activated and is open before going. Listen to local officials.
County services that cover Boston¶
Suffolk County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Boston. The Suffolk 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.
- https://www.boston.gov/departments/mayors-office/contact-boston-city-hall
- https://www.boston.gov/departments/emergency-management
- https://www.boston.gov/departments/public-works
- https://www.boston.gov/departments/emergency-management/preparing-hurricane-or-tropical-storm
- https://www.boston.gov/departments/emergency-management/flood-safety-tips