Township of New Hanover hurricane guide¶
New Hanover is an inland township in Burlington County, so the concerns from a tropical storm are heavy rain, flooding, and wind. The township does not publish its own hurricane or emergency page. Use the county page for county emergency management and the agencies that cover the whole county. The township's Public Works department maintains local roads and storm drainage.
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 Township of New Hanover. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: newhanovertwp.com
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Township offices | 609-758-7149 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police Department | 609-723-8300 | For police matters that are not emergencies. |
| Public works | 609-758-7149 | Roads and storm drainage. Office line. |
County services that cover Township of New Hanover¶
Burlington County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Township of New Hanover. The Burlington County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- CivicReady (Burlington County Emergency Alerts): Free alerts by text, email, or phone. Sign up before a storm. You choose which municipalities you want alerts for. Website.
- Burlington County 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.