Ghent hurricane guide¶
Ghent is an inland town in Columbia County. The town has no hurricane page of its own. Its Emergency Services page asks residents to call 911 for emergencies and links to the county's NY Alert sign up. For emergency management and shelters, see the Columbia 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 Town of Ghent. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: townofghent.org
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Town offices | 518-392-4644 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Highway Department | 518-392-2651 | Town roads. Office line. |
Official alerts and information¶
- NY Alert sign up (Columbia County 911): Free emergency alerts to phone or email, linked from the town's Emergency Services page. Website.
County services that cover Ghent¶
Columbia County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Ghent. 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.