West Newton Borough hurricane guide¶
West Newton Borough is an inland borough in Westmoreland County. The borough has an Emergency Management Agency page. Its website has no hurricane or flood page, so for county emergency management, alerts, and shelter information see the Westmoreland 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 West Newton Borough. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: mywestnewton.com
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 office | 724-872-6860 | Office line. Not for emergencies. Open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
| Road and traffic conditions (PA 511) | 511 | Road closures and travel conditions. |
Official alerts and information¶
- West Newton Emergency Management Agency: The borough's emergency management page. Website.
County services that cover West Newton Borough¶
Westmoreland County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in West Newton Borough. The Westmoreland County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Westmoreland County Everbridge alerts: Free alerts by phone, text, email, or the Public Safety by Everbridge app. Sign up before a storm. You can add more than one Westmoreland County address, such as home, work, or school. The county says these alerts do not replace the Emergency Alert System or NOAA Weather Radio. Website.
- Emergency Preparedness - Be Ready: The county's preparedness page. 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.