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Alton hurricane guide

Alton is a city in western Hidalgo County, north of Mission in the Rio Grande Valley. Heavy rain, flooding, and high winds from hurricanes and tropical storms are its main dangers. The city has its own police and fire departments and runs garbage collection, while Sharyland Water Supply Corporation provides water.

Checked on October 3, 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 Alton. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.

Official website: alton-tx.gov

Emergency and information numbers

Service Number Notes
City Hall 956-432-0760 Office line. Not for emergencies.
Police non-emergency 956-432-0700 Alton Police Department, open 24 hours. Also the number for Public Works emergencies after hours.
Fire rescue non-emergency 956-432-0740 Alton Fire Department. The fire chief is also the city's emergency management coordinator.

Official alerts and information

  • MyAlton app: The city sends emergency alerts through the MyAlton app. Download it, register, and turn on push notifications. You can also use it (Alton 311) to report flood damage. Website.
  • Alton emergency management: The city's official hurricane information page, with the city preparedness guide and a link to report hurricane damage to homes and businesses. Website.

County services that cover Alton

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

  • E-Dalgo emergency alerts: Free alerts by text, email, or phone. Sign up before a storm. E-Dalgo covers severe weather, road closures, missing persons, and evacuations of buildings or neighborhoods. Website.
  • Hidalgo County hurricane preparedness: The county's official hurricane information page. Website.

Power, water and debris

  • Public Works (garbage, brush, streets, drainage): The city runs its own garbage and brush collection. After hours, call 956-432-0700. Phone: 956-432-0792. Website.

Sources

Checked on October 3, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.