Scranton hurricane guide¶
Scranton is an inland city with a levee and emergency flood walls, which the city tests as part of its emergency preparedness. The city publishes floodplain management help, including a Flood Management Library at City Hall and a floodplain administrator line.
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 Scranton. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: scrantonpa.gov
What to know in Scranton¶
- The city tests its levee and emergency flood walls as part of its emergency preparedness.
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 | 570-348-4100 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police non-emergency | 570-348-4134 | For police matters that are not emergencies. |
| Floodplain management | 570-348-4280 | City Planning and Zoning. Help with flood maps and flood insurance. Office line. |
| Road and traffic conditions (PA 511) | 511 | Road closures and travel conditions. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Scranton Floodplain Management: Flood zone help, flood maps, and the city's flood library. Website.
County services that cover Scranton¶
Lackawanna County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Scranton. 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.