Dickinson Township hurricane guide¶
Dickinson Township, in Cumberland County, is inland, so the remains of tropical storms are mainly a flash flood and wind concern. The township offers a text alert sign up for road closures and road projects and publishes an emergency services page with local fire and ambulance companies. The township lists the Pennsylvania State Police Carlisle Barracks for non-emergency police matters. Use the Cumberland County page for emergency management and shelters.
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 Township of Dickinson. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: dickinsontownship.org
What to know in Dickinson Township¶
- The township's public works department responds to emergencies including downed trees and flooding on about 61 miles of township roads.
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 office | 717-486-7424 | Office line, 219 Mountain View Road, Mount Holly Springs. Not for emergencies. |
| State Police Carlisle Barracks | 717-249-2121 | Non-emergency line for police matters, as listed by the township. |
| Road and traffic conditions (PA 511) | 511 | Road closures and travel conditions. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Dickinson Township text alert sign up: Township text and email messages about road closures, road projects, and township announcements. Sign up before a storm. Website.
- Dickinson Township emergency services: Local fire and ambulance companies and a preparedness kit checklist. Website.
County services that cover Dickinson Township¶
Cumberland County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Dickinson Township. The Cumberland County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Cumberland County Alert Center: Lists alerts and emergencies in your area. Subscribe to Notify Me or RSS to be notified. Sign up before a storm. 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.