Wells hurricane guide¶
Wells is a town in Hamilton County. The town's own pages do not publish hurricane or flood information. Its highway department is responsible for town road ditches, drainage, and culverts. Use the Hamilton County page for emergency management and alerts.
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 Wells. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: wellsny.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. |
| Town Hall | 518-924-7912 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Highway department | 518-924-3155 | Town roads, ditches, drainage, and culverts. Office line. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Town of Wells website: The town's official website. Website.
County services that cover Wells¶
Hamilton County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Wells. The Hamilton County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Official list of open evacuation centers
- New York State emergency and weather alerts: Free text alerts for events in your county from the state Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services. Sign up before a storm. Website.
- Hamilton County emergency preparedness: The county public health emergency preparedness page, with hazard guidance for floods, storms, and power outages. 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.