Blacksburg hurricane guide¶
Blacksburg is a town in the New River Valley of Virginia, far from the coast. The town is developing a Flood Resilience Plan to identify areas vulnerable to flooding and asks residents who have experienced flooding to share it in a survey. For county agencies, see the Montgomery 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 Town of Blacksburg. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: blacksburg.gov
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Municipal Building | 540-443-1000 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police non-emergency | 540-443-1400 | For police matters that are not emergencies. Answered 24 hours. |
| Public Works | 540-443-1200 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Citizens Alert (Blacksburg emergency preparedness): Notices through the county wide Citizens Alert system. Sign up before a storm. Website.
- Blacksburg Flood Resilience Plan survey: The town's flood resilience plan survey and flood experience map. Website.
County services that cover Blacksburg¶
Montgomery County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Blacksburg. The Montgomery County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Montgomery County Citizens Alert: Free alerts by text, email, or phone. Sign up before a storm. You can also choose alerts from the Towns of Blacksburg and Christiansburg. 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.