Lowell hurricane guide¶
Lowell is a city in Gaston County, North Carolina, an inland Piedmont area with no storm surge evacuation zones. The city runs CodeRed, a free alert system for utility outages, office closings, and emergencies. For county agencies see the Gaston 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 City of Lowell. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: lowellnc.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. |
| City Hall | 704-824-3518 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Water and sewer after hours | 704-506-3146 | Broken water lines and sewer back-up, after hours. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Lowell CodeRed: Free city alerts by phone, text, and email about utility outages, office closings, and emergencies. Sign up before a storm. Website.
County services that cover Lowell¶
Gaston County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Lowell. The Gaston County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Alert Gaston (Everbridge): The county's emergency notification system. Sign in or sign up before a storm. Website.
- Gaston County Nixle: Community information by Nixle. The county invites residents to sign up. 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.