River Edge hurricane guide¶
River Edge is a borough in Bergen County. Its website offers Nixle alerts and pages on stormwater and sump pumps, but it does not publish hurricane, evacuation, or shelter pages. For county agencies, see the Bergen 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 Borough of River Edge. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: riveredgenj.org
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Borough Hall | 201-599-6300 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police Department | 201-262-1233 | The number the borough lists for after hours sewer back-up emergencies. For emergencies call 911. |
| Public works | 201-599-6276 | Sewer back-up emergencies on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., as the borough describes it. Office line. |
Official alerts and information¶
- River Edge Nixle alerts: Free borough alerts by text or email. Sign up before a storm. Website.
County services that cover River Edge¶
Bergen County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in River Edge. The Bergen County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Swift911 (Bergen County alerts): Free alerts by text, email, or phone. Sign up before a storm. The sign-up link, called Swift 911, is in the Quick Links on the Sheriff's Office page for the county Office of Emergency Management. Website.
- Bergen County Office of Emergency Management: The county's official emergency management page. 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.