Wachapreague hurricane guide¶
Wachapreague is a small coastal town on Virginia's Eastern Shore in Accomack County, surrounded by farmland, woods, and water. The town is developing a resilience plan and held a public workshop in July 2026 asking residents where they have experienced flooding. It publishes no evacuation zone or storm surge page, so see the Accomack County page for emergency management, evacuation guidance, and alerts.
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 Town of Wachapreague. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: wachapreague.org
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Town Hall | 757-787-7117 | Office line. Not for emergencies. Open Monday through Wednesday. |
| Accomack County Sheriff's Office | 757-787-1131 | For police matters that are not emergencies. The town's police page lists the Sheriff's Office as the non-emergency contact. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Town of Wachapreague alerts: Free town news and alerts by email or text. Sign up before a storm. Website.
- Town of Wachapreague emergency services: The town's emergency services page, which names the police and fire services and says to call 911 in an emergency. Website.
County services that cover Wachapreague¶
Accomack County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Wachapreague. The Accomack County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Look up your evacuation zone
- Official list of open evacuation centers
- Accomack County Emergency Notification (Everbridge): Free calls, texts, and emails about storms and evacuations. Sign up before a storm and add your cell and email. The county's emergency management page says it is upgrading to a new alert system, so check it for a new sign-up link. Website.
- Accomack County evacuation plan: The county's page on evacuation levels, routes, and its evacuation zone and shelter map. 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.