Elkins hurricane guide¶

Elkins is the Randolph County seat. The City of Elkins runs its own police department and lists tornado, thunderstorm, flood, and winter storm as the most common hazards in Randolph County.

Official website: cityofelkinswv.gov

What to know in Elkins¶

• The city gives out free OK and Help window signs at City Hall for a widespread disaster when other communication may not work. The city calls them a last resort.

Emergency and information numbers¶

Official alerts and information¶

• Elkins alert center: Important and time-sensitive alerts from the City of Elkins. Sign up before a storm. Website.
• Elkins emergency resources: The city's official emergency information page. Website.

County services that cover Elkins¶

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

• Randolph County Nixle alerts: The City of Elkins lists text and email Nixle alerts from the Randolph County Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management. Sign up before a storm. Website.
• Randolph County 911 and Office of Emergency Management: The county's official emergency management page. 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 5, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.

• https://cityofelkinswv.gov/community/emergency/
• https://cityofelkinswv.gov/departments/public-safety/police-department/