Newberry County hurricane guide¶
Newberry County Emergency Management, at 540 Wilson Road in Newberry, develops and coordinates county emergency services to protect residents. The county uses CodeRED for alerts and publishes OPCON levels. Check county alerts and the state hurricane pages for storm-specific guidance.
Checked on October 8, 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 Newberry County Emergency Management. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency | 911 | Police, fire, and ambulance. Call only when someone's life or property is in danger. |
| Emergency management office | 803-321-2135 | Newberry County Emergency Management, Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Not for emergencies. |
| Sheriff's Office non-emergency | 803-321-2211 | Newberry County Sheriff's Office general information line. For police matters that are not emergencies. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Newberry County CodeRED: Free alerts by text, email, or phone. Sign up before a storm. Linked from the county emergency management page. Website.
- Newberry County OPCON levels: The county's page on operating condition levels. Website.
Evacuation centers¶
Open only when announced
Evacuation centers open only when officials announce them, and not every center opens for every storm. Check the official list of open centers before you leave home. Bring your own bedding, food, water, and medicines.
Newberry County's emergency management page does not list shelters. Use the state shelter page for announced shelters and call the emergency management office with questions. Do not go to a shelter until it is announced as open.
Official list of open evacuation centers
Cities and towns¶
Each city has its own services and some have their own alerts. The county's evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts cover everyone, in every city and in unincorporated areas.
- Town of Little Mountain
- City of Newberry. Official website
- Town of Peak
- Town of Pomaria
- Town of Prosperity. Official website
- Town of Silverstreet
- Town of Whitmire
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 8, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.