West Pittston Borough hurricane guide¶
West Pittston Borough, in Luzerne County, lies along the Susquehanna River, and its flood page tells residents to know their flood zone because property may be subject to Susquehanna River flooding. The page also gives floodplain, flood depth, and elevation certificate resources and points to the Luzerne County Emergency Management Agency. Use the Luzerne County page for alerts and shelters.
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 Borough of West Pittston. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: westpittstonborough.com
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency | 911 | Police, fire, and ambulance. Call only when someone's life or property is in danger. |
| Borough office | 570-655-7782 | Office line. Not for emergencies. Open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
| Wyoming Area Regional Police | 570-613-8065 | Regional police department for the borough. Not for emergencies. |
| Public works | 570-655-7786 | Borough streets and storm drains. Office line. |
| Road and traffic conditions (PA 511) | 511 | Road closures and travel conditions. |
Official alerts and information¶
- West Pittston Flood Mitigation and Awareness: The borough's flood page, with flood zone, FEMA map, and flood insurance resources. Website.
County services that cover West Pittston Borough¶
Luzerne County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in West Pittston Borough. The Luzerne County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- CodeRED by Crisis24: Free county alerts. The county encourages everyone to enroll and opt in for more notifications. The signup link is on the county front page. Website.
- Luzerne County flooding information: Flood preparation and flood insurance information. 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.