Township of Wantage hurricane guide¶
Wantage Township is an inland township in Sussex County. Its emergency management page directs residents to the Sussex County Regroup alert system, and the township publishes no evacuation zones or shelter list of its own. The township has no police force, and the New Jersey State Police serve it. For county agencies, see the Sussex 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 Township of Wantage. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: wantagetwp.com
What to know in Township of Wantage¶
- The township's Office of Emergency Management page links to the Sussex County Mass Notification System, run with Regroup, which sends severe weather, road closure, and evacuation notices by text, phone call, and email. Sign up before a storm.
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Township Hall | 973-875-7192 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| State Police (non-emergency) | 973-383-1515 | New Jersey State Police station in Augusta, which serves Wantage Township. For emergencies call 911. |
| Road Department (township garage) | 973-875-5148 | Township roads. Office line. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Sussex County notification system: Free alerts by text, phone call, or email through the county's Regroup system. Website.
- Wantage Office of Emergency Management: The township's emergency management page. Website.
County services that cover Township of Wantage¶
Sussex County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Township of Wantage. 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.