Hertford hurricane guide¶

Hertford is the county seat of Perquimans County, on the Perquimans River near Albemarle Sound, so river flooding, storm surge, and wind are its main hurricane dangers. The town is a public power town and runs its own electric, water, and sewer systems. Its fire department is made up of volunteers.

Official website: townofhertfordnc.com

Emergency and information numbers¶

County services that cover Hertford¶

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

• Look up your evacuation zone
• CodeRED emergency notifications: Free alerts by text, email, or phone. Sign up before a storm. Website.
• Perquimans County Emergency Management: The county's official hurricane information page. Website.

Power, water and debris¶

• Electric outages: After-hours number for emergencies with town electric, water, or sewer service. During office hours, call Public Services. Assume every downed line is live and stay far away. Phone: 252-426-5751. Website.
• Storm debris collection: Regular yard waste pickup is by zone on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. Limbs must be no more than 4 inches across and 4 feet long, kept apart from leaves. Contractors must haul away their own cuttings. Watch for town notices about storm cleanup. 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 2, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.

• https://townofhertfordnc.com/utility
• https://townofhertfordnc.com/public-works
• https://townofhertfordnc.com/
• https://townofhertfordnc.com/fire