Charleston hurricane guide¶
Charleston is a rural town in the southeast corner of Montgomery County. Its official site does not describe hurricane or flood guidance. For county emergency management, alerts and shelter information, see the Montgomery 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 Charleston. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: nytownofcharleston.gov
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Town Office | 518-922-7661 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
County services that cover Charleston¶
Montgomery County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Charleston. The Montgomery County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Official list of open evacuation centers
- Hyper-Reach: The county's emergency notification service. Register your cell phone before a storm. Website.
- Montgomery County NY EMA app: The county emergency management app for iPhone. An Android version is on Google Play. 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.