Schuylkill Township hurricane guide¶
Schuylkill Township is in Chester County, along the Schuylkill River near Phoenixville. Its emergency management page says only the Board of Supervisors can declare a local emergency, and it links to Smart911, Ready Chester County, and FEMA flood preparation guidance. For county agencies, see the Chester 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 Schuylkill Township. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: schuylkilltwp.org
What to know in Schuylkill Township¶
- The township's emergency management page says only the Board of Supervisors may declare a local emergency and open the township Emergency Operations Center. Residents with special needs can call 610-935-6054 to update their information.
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency | 911 | Police, fire, and ambulance. Call only when someone's life or property is in danger. |
| Township administration | 610-933-5843 | Township offices. Not for emergencies. |
| Police Department | 610-933-5820 | Police office, Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. For emergencies call 911. |
| Roads Department | 610-933-5843 | Township road department. Not for emergencies. |
| Road and traffic conditions (PA 511) | 511 | Road closures and travel conditions. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Schuylkill Township Emergency Management: The township's emergency management page, with links to Smart911, Ready Chester County, and FEMA flood guidance. Website.
County services that cover Schuylkill Township¶
Chester County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Schuylkill Township. The Chester County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- ReadyChesCo: Free county alerts by phone, email, or text. Sign up before a storm. You can add access, functional, and evacuation needs to your account. Website.
- ReadyChesCo current alerts: Current and past ReadyChesCo alerts. 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.