South Abington Township hurricane guide¶
South Abington Township's website does not describe its own hurricane, tropical storm, or flood plans. It lists the township police department and the volunteer Chinchilla Hose Company for fire and ambulance calls. For county alerts, emergency management, and shelter information, see the Lackawanna County page.
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 South Abington Township. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: southabingtonpa.gov
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency | 911 | Police, fire, and ambulance. Call only when someone's life or property is in danger. |
| Township office | 570-586-2111 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police Department | 570-587-8715 | For police matters that are not emergencies. Answered weekdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. At other times the township says to call 570-342-9111, ask for South Abington police, and leave your name, address, and phone number. |
| Road and traffic conditions (PA 511) | 511 | Road closures and travel conditions. |
County services that cover South Abington Township¶
Lackawanna County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in South Abington Township. 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.