Ore City hurricane guide¶

Ore City is a small city in Upshur County, about 10 miles north of Gilmer and near Lake O' the Pines, far inland in East Texas. Tropical storms can still bring heavy rain, flooding, strong winds, and tornadoes. The city has an emergency management coordinator, its own police department with officers on duty around the clock, a volunteer fire department, and city water, sewer, and trash service.

Official website: orecitytx.org

What to know in Ore City¶

• Bulk trash pickup is by request only. Call the water department at 903-968-2511 to schedule it. Construction debris, tires, batteries, chemicals, and other hazardous items are not picked up.

Emergency and information numbers¶

Official alerts and information¶

• Ore City text alerts: Text ORE CITY to 91896 for city alerts such as road closures and boil notices. Reply YES to confirm. Website.
• Ore City Emergency Management: The city emergency management page. Website.

County services that cover Ore City¶

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

• Upshur County Sheriff's Office on Facebook: Sheriff's Office updates, linked from the county website. Website.

Power, water and debris¶

• Ore City water, wastewater, and trash: City-run utilities and Public Works. Phone: 903-968-2511. 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 3, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.

• https://orecitytx.org/services/trash-and-recycle/
• https://orecitytx.org/
• https://orecitytx.org/departments/police/
• https://orecitytx.org/departments/ema/
• https://orecitytx.org/departments/pw/