The Colony hurricane guide¶
The Colony is an inland city in Denton County. The city's severe weather page covers straight line winds, downburst rains, and tornadoes, and points residents to Denton County alerts. For county agencies, see the Denton 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 the City of The Colony. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: thecolonytx.gov
What to know in The Colony¶
- For storm debris, the city says to use bulk pickup collection or call 972-624-3131.
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| City Hall | 972-625-1756 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police Department | 972-625-1887 | For police matters that are not emergencies. |
| Emergency management office | 972-624-3191 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Water and sewer emergencies | 972-625-4471 | After hours water and sewer emergencies. |
| Storm debris collection | 972-624-3131 | Information on storm debris removal and bulk pickup. |
| Engineering (floodplain) | 972-624-3195 | Floodplain management office. Office line. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Sign up for emergency alerts: The city's sign up page for Denton County emergency alerts by phone call, text, or email. Website.
- The Colony Emergency Management: The city's Office of Emergency Management page. Website.
- The Colony Severe Weather: Severe weather preparedness and alert sign up. Website.
- The Colony Floodplain Management: FEMA floodplain maps and flood insurance study. Website.
County services that cover The Colony¶
Denton County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in The Colony. The Denton County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Official list of open evacuation centers
- Denton County Alerts (Everbridge): Free alerts. If you signed up before for CodeRED, Nixle, or Reverse 911, you must create a new account. The county also asks you to check with your city or town to see what notification systems it offers. Website.
- Denton County Emergency Management: The county's emergency management 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.