Franklin hurricane guide¶
Franklin is a borough in Sussex County. The borough has an Office of Emergency Management page with an emergency preparedness guide for seniors and a storm restoration process document. It has nothing more on hurricanes, so use the Sussex County page for county emergency management and agencies.
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 Franklin. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: franklinborough.org
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Borough Hall | 973-827-9280 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police Department non-emergency | 973-827-7700 | For police matters that are not emergencies. |
| Road Department | 973-827-9849 | Road conditions and concerns. Office line. After hours, call the police non-emergency line. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Franklin Office of Emergency Management: The borough's emergency management page, with a seniors preparedness guide and storm restoration process. Website.
County services that cover Franklin¶
Sussex County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Franklin. The Sussex County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Official list of open evacuation centers
- Sussex County Regroup alerts: Free alerts by text, phone call, or email. Sign up before a storm. 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.