Freeport hurricane guide¶

Freeport is a South Shore village in Nassau County. The village says its premises may be in or next to a FEMA special flood hazard area, and that computer predictions show storm surge in a major storm could bring floodwater above Sunrise Highway. Its Building Department can help with flood zone questions, and the village runs an emergency alert system.

Official website: freeportny.gov

What to know in Freeport¶

• The village says flooding occurs during some moon tides, and that even if your property does not flood you might still have to evacuate if services such as water, electric, or gas cannot be provided.
• The village's emergency tips say pets are not allowed in public shelters, and the Emergency Management Team keeps a list of residents on life support and will contact them directly.

Emergency and information numbers¶

Official alerts and information¶

• Freeport CivicReady Emergency Notification: Free village alerts by text, email, or voice mail, such as evacuation notices. Sign up before a storm. To get emergency texts only, text Freeport to 38276. Website.
• Freeport Flood Management: The village's flood hazard information, flood zone map, and flood insurance notes. Website.
• Freeport Emergency Tips: The village's evacuation and shelter tips. Website.

County services that cover Freeport¶

Nassau County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Freeport. The Nassau County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.

• Look up your evacuation zone
• Official list of open evacuation centers
• Nassau County Emergency Notification: Free county alerts by text, email, or phone. Sign up before a storm. Registration uses a NY.gov ID. Website.
• Nassau County Hurricane Preparedness: The county's official hurricane information page, with the hurricane guide and evacuation routes. 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.

• https://www.freeportny.gov/121/Flood-Management
• https://www.freeportny.gov/123/Emergency-Tips
• https://www.freeportny.gov/720/CivicReady-Emergency-Notification