Luzerne County in the Wyoming Valley of northeastern Pennsylvania has been repeatedly devastated by flooding. Ida in 2021 caused catastrophic flooding in Wilkes-Barre and surrounding communities. The Susquehanna River floods the valley regularly and the county has experienced multiple federally declared flood disasters. Hurricane Agnes in 1972 caused the worst flood in the county's history and the region has flooded multiple times since.
// 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 | 7 / 10 High Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Flash Flooding / Hurricane |
| Secondary Hazard | Winter Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE (High Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 42 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Ida (2021) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 4–5 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (570) 820-3500 |
| Emergency Shelters | 18 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-81 North, I-81 South, I-476 North, US-11 South |
// County Profile
| County | Luzerne County PA |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| Population | 337,354 |
| Area | 906 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone AE (High Risk) |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
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// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.