Schwenksville Borough hurricane guide¶
Schwenksville is an inland borough on the Perkiomen Creek in Montgomery County, and flooding is its main storm concern. The borough says Borough Hall is vulnerable to high water, and that in September 2021 the remnants of Hurricane Ida put nearly two feet of water into it. Its floodplain management page covers FEMA flood maps, and its home page links to county emergency alerts.
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 Borough of Schwenksville. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: schwenksville-pa.org
What to know in Schwenksville Borough¶
- Borough Hall is near the Perkiomen Creek. After the remnants of Hurricane Ida flooded it in September 2021, the borough bought a deployable flood barrier, made with FEMA mitigation funding, that can be set up around Borough Hall when significant flooding is expected.
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency | 911 | Police, fire, and ambulance. Call only when someone's life or property is in danger. |
| Borough Hall | 610-287-7442 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Road and traffic conditions (PA 511) | 511 | Road closures and travel conditions. |
Official alerts and information¶
- ReadyMontco: Free Montgomery County emergency alerts, linked from the borough home page. Sign up before a storm. Website.
- Schwenksville Floodplain Management: FEMA flood maps, the borough floodplain ordinance, and flood information. Website.
County services that cover Schwenksville Borough¶
Montgomery County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Schwenksville Borough. The Montgomery County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- ReadyMontco: Free alerts by text, email, push notification, or phone, powered by Everbridge. Sign up before a storm. There is no direct cost, but your carrier may charge for text messages. Website.
- WebCAD Active Incidents: The county's list of active 911 incidents. 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.