Upper Allen Township hurricane guide¶

Upper Allen Township is in Cumberland County, inland, so the remains of tropical storms mainly mean flash and stream flooding. The township's Floodplain Management page explains FEMA flood maps that took effect on September 7, 2023, and the Community Development Department can help you check whether a property is in a flood hazard area.

Official website: uatwp.org

What to know in Upper Allen Township¶

• FEMA's updated flood maps for Cumberland County took effect on September 7, 2023, and some properties moved into or out of a Special Flood Hazard Area. Check the township's Floodplain Management page or ask the Community Development Department.

Emergency and information numbers¶

Official alerts and information¶

• Savvy Citizen (Upper Allen): The township's sign up for updates. Sign up before a storm. Website.
• Upper Allen Emergency Management: The township emergency management page, with preparedness links. Website.
• Upper Allen Floodplain Management: FEMA flood maps, flood insurance information, and how to check whether a property is in a flood hazard area. Website.

County services that cover Upper Allen Township¶

Cumberland County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Upper Allen 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.

• https://uatwp.org/departments/community_development/floodplain_management/index.php
• https://uatwp.org/
• https://upperallenpolice.com/wp/contact-us/
• https://uatwp.org/departments/emergency_management.php