Upper Darby Township hurricane guide¶

Upper Darby is an inland township, so the remains of tropical storms are mainly a flash flood concern. The township uses the Delaware County Delco Alert system for severe storm and road closure notices, and it administers floodplain development rules under the National Flood Insurance Program.

What to know in Upper Darby Township¶

• The township administers floodplain development regulations under the National Flood Insurance Program. Its Floodplain Permits page explains flood zones.

Emergency and information numbers¶

Official alerts and information¶

• Delco Alert: Free county alerts by text, call, or email, including severe storms and road closures. Sign up before a storm. Website.

County services that cover Upper Darby Township¶

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

• Delco Alert: Free county alerts to mobile phones, email, or landlines. Sign up before a storm. You can also choose updates for your township. Website.
• Ready Delco: County emergency preparedness information. 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://www.upperdarby.org/512/Floodplain-Permits
• https://www.upperdarby.org/
• https://www.upperdarby.org/532/Police-Department
• https://www.upperdarby.org/226/Public-Works
• https://www.511pa.com/
• https://www.upperdarby.org/396/Delco-Alert