Contact Info For Irene Emergencies

Some of you may already have a list of important phone numbers plastered on your fridge. Incase you dont, feel free to print this out and magnetize it to the freezer.

1. Hyattsville Police Department

Number: 301-985-5060

If a tree is down in the road or has fallen down on your house, or you have any other emergency during the storm, call the police department. They will get a hold of the department of public works or whomever is needed to help with the situation.

2. Washington Gas

Number: 800-752-7520

To report a gas leak, if you smell gas in your home or for any other gas-related issues.

3. WSSC

Number: 301-206-4002

For issues with water service to your home or apartment.

4. PEPCO

Number: 202-872-3432 or to report outages, call 1-877-737-2662. To report downed power lines or life-threatening emergencies, dial 1-877-737-2662, then press 2.

For any issues related to power, from reporting an outage to a downed wire.

5. Prince George's County Hurricane Hotline 

Number: 301-352-1290

Anything hurricane-related you want to report to Prince George's County. It'll work starting Saturday at 2 p.m.

Finally 9-1-1 is the number to call for any life-threatening emergencies. You can also call the HPD to get a dispatch out quickly.

Print out this post and stick it on your refrigerator or at least add these numbers into your cell phone.

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