Athens hurricane guide¶

Athens is an inland city and the county seat of Henderson County. The city offers Smart911 alerts, publishes emergency preparedness tips, and asks residents to register private storm shelters so responders can find them after tornadoes or other damaging weather. For county agencies, see the Henderson County page.

Official website: athenstx.gov

What to know in Athens¶

• The city asks residents to optionally register their storm shelters so emergency responders can locate residents more quickly after a storm. Shelters outside the city limits are shared with Henderson County Emergency Management.

Emergency and information numbers¶

Official alerts and information¶

• Athens Smart911 alerts: Free alerts. Sign up before a storm. Website.
• Athens Emergency Preparedness: The city's home emergency plan and supply kit tips. Website.
• Register Your Storm Shelter: Optional city form for private storm shelters. Website.

County services that cover Athens¶

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

• Official list of open evacuation centers
• Henderson County E-Notification: Free alerts by text or email. Choose Notify Me and subscribe to the Emergency Alerts list. Sign up before a storm. Website.
• Henderson County Emergency Management: The county's emergency management page, with flood maps, tornado safety, and the county flood safety sheet. 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://athenstx.gov/340/Register-Your-Storm-Shelter
• https://athenstx.gov/263/Streets-Drainage
• https://athenstx.gov/235/Police-Department
• https://athenstx.gov/
• https://athenstx.gov/265/Emergency-Preparedness