Union County PA in Pennsylvania faces flash flooding / winter storm risk across its 316 square mile area. Lewisburg home to Bucknell serves this central Pennsylvania county on the Susquehanna. Union 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 / Winter Storm |
| Secondary Hazard | Tornado |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | Ida 2021 |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (570) 524-8611 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Union County PA |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| Population | 44 |
| Area | 316 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Other Pennsylvania Counties
Luzerne County PA
Flash Flooding / Hurricane
7/10
High
Philadelphia County PA
Hurricane / Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Allegheny County PA
Flash Flooding / Tornado
6/10
Moderate
Montgomery County PA
Tornado / Flash Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Cambria County PA
Flash Flooding / Winter Storm
5/10
Low
Armstrong County PA
Flash Flooding / Winter Storm
5/10
Low