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Brookhaven hurricane guide

Brookhaven is the county seat of Lincoln County, in southwest Mississippi, far from the coast. Tornadoes, high wind, and flooding from the remains of tropical storms are the main risks. The city has its own police department and runs its own water and sewer systems.

Checked on October 2, 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 Brookhaven. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.

Official website: brookhaven-ms.gov

What to know in Brookhaven

  • The Street Department picks up leaves, limbs, and bulky items on a route schedule. Keep bulky items in a separate pile from leaves and limbs at the edge of the street, or they cannot be picked up.

Emergency and information numbers

Service Number Notes
City Hall 601-833-1414 Office line. Not for emergencies.
Police Department 601-833-2424 Brookhaven Police Department. In an emergency, call 911 first.
City information line 601-835-8025 Brookhaven City Hotline, by call or text. Report storm debris, public water and sewer leaks, street light outages, and trees or limbs blocking traffic in the city limits.

Official alerts and information

  • Brookhaven Building temporary storm safe room announcements: The city posts storm safe room announcements here and on social media. Check this page to find out whether the safe room is open. Website.

County services that cover Brookhaven

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

Power, water and debris

  • Brookhaven Water Department (water and sewer): Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. To report a water or sewer leak, you can also call or text the City Hotline at 601-835-8025. Phone: 601-833-7721. Website.
  • Brookhaven Street Department (leaves, limbs, and bulky items): Pickup routes and schedule are on this page. Phone: 601-835-6743. Website.

Sources

Checked on October 2, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.