Lackawanna County PA in Pennsylvania faces flash flooding / tornado risk across its 461 square mile area. Scranton serves this northeast Pennsylvania county with University of Scranton. Lackawanna serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
- Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
- Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
- Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.
// Recommended Supplies
Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Flash Flooding / Tornado |
| Secondary Hazard | Winter Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | Ida 2021 |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (570) 963-6800 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Lackawanna County PA |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| Population | 214 |
| Area | 461 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
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