Rumson hurricane guide¶
Rumson is a Monmouth County borough with flood hazards, and its flood management page says the borough's floodplain management plan assesses flood hazards and possible storm surge in vulnerable areas. The page links a sea level rise map, Know Your Zone, and FEMA flood maps. Use the Monmouth County page for evacuation zones, alerts, and shelters.
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 Rumson. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: rumsonnj.gov
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency | 911 | Police, fire, and ambulance. Call only when someone's life or property is in danger. |
| Borough Hall | 732-842-3300 | Office line, 80 E. River Road. Not for emergencies. |
| Police Department | 732-842-0500 | Rumson Police Department office line, listed by the borough for reporting suspicious activity. For emergencies call 911. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Rumson Flood Management: Floodplain plan, sea level rise map, Know Your Zone link, and FEMA flood map links. The borough engineer handles flood questions. Website.
- Rumson stormwater management: The borough's stormwater page. Website.
- Rumson borough email list: Borough news and updates by email. Website.
County services that cover Rumson¶
Monmouth County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Rumson. The Monmouth County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Look up your evacuation zone
- Official list of open evacuation centers
- Monmouth County Public Alert Feed: The county's public feed of active alerts. The Sheriff's Office also offers a free mobile app with emergency alerts. Website.
- Monmouth County Know Your Zone: The county evacuation zone page, with zone maps and an address lookup. 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.