Donley County hurricane guide¶
Donley County, in the Texas Panhandle, does not publish an emergency management page. The County Judge's office and the Sheriff's Office at the courthouse in Clarendon are the county's contacts. The county is far from the coast, but the remains of a tropical storm can bring heavy rain and flash flooding.
Checked on October 9, 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 Donley County Judge. 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. |
| County information line | 806-874-3625 | Donley County Judge's office at the courthouse in Clarendon. Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Sheriff's Office non-emergency | 806-874-3533 | Donley County Sheriff's Office in Clarendon. For police matters that are not emergencies. |
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.
Donley County does not publish a shelter page or list of shelters. In an emergency, call the Sheriff's Office to ask about shelter, and do not go to a building unless officials say it is open.
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.
- City of Clarendon. Official website
- City of Hedley
- City of Howardwick. Official 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 9, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.