Fort Edward hurricane guide¶
The Town of Fort Edward is in Washington County and is separate from the Village of Fort Edward, which has its own police. The town's website lists town contacts and emergency numbers but does not publish a hurricane or flood page or its own alert sign up. For flooding and storm information use the Washington County information and NY-Alert on the 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 Fort Edward. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: fortedward.net
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Town Clerk and Town Hall | 518-747-5212 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Highway and Water Department | 518-747-5501 | Town roads and water. Office line. |
County services that cover Fort Edward¶
Washington County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Fort Edward. The Washington 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 phone, email, or text. Sign up before a storm. The county Public Health department asks residents to subscribe. Website.
- Washington County FEMA Flood Map: County page about the FEMA flood map effective July 21, 2026, with links to the FEMA Flood Map Service Center and New York State floodplain guidance. 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.