Blowing Rock hurricane guide¶

Blowing Rock is a mountain town in Watauga County. Heavy rain from tropical storms can bring flash flooding, landslides, high winds, falling trees, and blocked roads. The town has its own police department and runs its water and sewer system.

Official website: blowingrock.gov

Emergency and information numbers¶

Official alerts and information¶

• Blowing Rock Notify Me: Town alerts and news by email or text. Choose the Alert Center lists. Sign up before a storm. Website.

County services that cover Blowing Rock¶

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

• Watauga County Emergency Notifications (Regroup): The county's emergency notification signup, linked from the county home page. Sign up before a storm. Website.
• Watauga County Helene Resources: County recovery information from Tropical Storm Helene. Website.

Power, water and debris¶

• Blowing Rock Water and Wastewater: Report water main breaks, sewer backups, and low water pressure. Town crews are on call for emergency repairs. Phone: 828-295-5225. 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://www.blowingrock.gov/
• https://www.blowingrock.gov/1219/Police
• https://www.blowingrock.gov/list.aspx
• https://www.blowingrock.gov/1217/Water-Wastewater