Ancram hurricane guide¶
The Town of Ancram is in Columbia County, inland. Its Emergency Services page explains that 911 calls go to the county's emergency services department and lists local fire and ambulance contacts. It links the 2018 Columbia County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Management Plan. Use the Columbia County page for emergency management, alerts, evacuation and shelter information.
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 Town of Ancram. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: ancramny.org
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Town Hall | 518-329-6512 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Columbia County Sheriff's Department | 518-828-0601 | For police matters that are not emergencies. Ancram has no police department of its own. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Ancram Emergency Services: The town's emergency services page, with fire, ambulance and police contacts. Website.
County services that cover Ancram¶
Columbia County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Ancram. The Columbia County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Official list of open evacuation centers
- NY-Alert: Free alerts by text, email, or phone. Sign up before a storm. The county page says to sign up to receive alerts for Columbia County. Website.
- Columbia County Emergency Management: The county's emergency management page, with notices, plans, and the special needs registry. 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.