East Tawakoni hurricane guide¶
East Tawakoni is a city in Rains County in northeast Texas, far from the coast. Heavy rain, flash flooding, and wind from the remains of a tropical storm are possible. For county emergency management, alerts, and agencies, see the Rains 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 East Tawakoni. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: cityofeasttawakoni.com
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| City Hall | 903-447-2444 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police Department | 903-447-2444 | For police matters that are not emergencies, during the day. |
| Rains County Sheriff, after hours | 903-473-3181 | The city says to call the Rains County Sheriff for non-emergency police matters at night. |
Official alerts and information¶
- East Tawakoni alerts: Free city alerts by email and text message. Sign up before a storm. Website.
- East Tawakoni Emergency Services: The city's page on its police and fire services. 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.
The city says its library is the city's emergency shelter, and that in severe weather residents will be notified if the shelter is open. Check city alerts for announcements.
County services that cover East Tawakoni¶
Rains County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in East Tawakoni. The Rains County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Rains County Emergency Management: The county's emergency page, with its Emergency Plan and a list of roads prone to flooding by precinct. 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.