Carbondale hurricane guide¶
Carbondale is a city in Lackawanna County. The city offers a Community Alerts text sign up for emergency notifications and weather updates. Its site has no hurricane or flood pages, so for flash flooding and wind from storm remains and for shelters, see the Lackawanna County page and its agencies.
Checked on October 10, 2026
Every phone number and web address on this page was checked against official sources on that date. Details can change, especially during a storm. Always follow instructions from the City of Carbondale. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: carbondalepa.org
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency | 911 | Police, fire, and ambulance. Call only when someone's life or property is in danger. |
| City Hall | 570-282-4632 | Carbondale City Hall at 1 North Main Street. Not for emergencies. |
| Police non-emergency | 570-342-9111 | Non-emergency line for police and fire. For emergencies call 911. |
| Department of Public Works | 570-282-8281 | City Department of Public Works. Not for emergencies. |
| Road and traffic conditions (PA 511) | 511 | Road closures and travel conditions. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Carbondale Community Alerts: Free text alerts for emergency notifications, weather updates, and community news. Sign up before a storm. Website.
County services that cover Carbondale¶
Lackawanna County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Carbondale. The Lackawanna County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Lackawanna County Code RED: Free alerts by text, email, or phone. Sign up before a storm. 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 10, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.