East Providence hurricane guide¶

East Providence's Emergency Management Agency, housed in the Fire Department, plans for disasters and coordinates evacuations and shelter openings. The city sends alerts through CodeRED and takes part in FEMA's Community Rating System for flood insurance discounts. For evacuation zones see also the Providence County page.

Official website: eastprovidenceri.gov

What to know in East Providence¶

• The city names East Providence High School as the official Red Cross regional emergency shelter during a disaster. Shelters open only when announced, so check CodeRED and city alerts first.

Emergency and information numbers¶

Official alerts and information¶

• East Providence CodeRED: Free city alerts. Sign up before a storm. Website.
• East Providence Emergency Management: The city's emergency management page. Website.

County services that cover East Providence¶

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

• Look up your evacuation zone
• Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA): RIEMA asks people to sign up for CodeRED emergency notifications. Ask your town emergency manager which alert system your town uses. 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://eastprovidenceri.gov/departments/emergency-management
• https://eastprovidenceri.gov/
• https://eastprovidenceri.gov/departments/police
• https://eastprovidenceri.gov/departments/public-works
• https://eastprovidenceri.gov/departments/emergency-management/sign-codered-alerts