County: Upson
ZIP Codes: 31016



Salem, Virginia, given its inland location and higher elevation, does not face direct threats from hurricane landfalls like coastal cities. However, it can experience significant impacts from the remnants of tropical systems, including high winds and heavy rainfall. In particular, rainfall from these systems can lead to flash flooding, particularly in low-lying areas or near waterways. Considering Salem’s historical flood risk, the Roanoke River and its tributaries pose a potential threat during high rainfall events, as they may overflow their banks and flood nearby areas. In terms of major hurricanes and floods within the last 30 years, the most significant were likely those associated with Hurricanes Fran in 1996 and Isabel in 2003. Both storms caused heavy rainfall in Salem leading to widespread flooding. Flooding from Hurricane Fran resulted in significant property damage as swollen streams and rivers overtopped their banks. Isabel, although weakened by the time it reached Salem, still brought heavy rain and high winds causing power outages and some local flooding. The effects of these past storms illustrate the importance of adequate preparedness measures, even for inland towns like Salem, during hurricane season.






This page shows the hurricane evacuation zone for Salem, Bicholim, North Goa, Goa, based on official state and local data. Your evacuation zone indicates your area’s risk from storm surge and flooding during a hurricane or tropical storm. When officials issue evacuation orders, they often do so by zone (e.g., Zone A, Zone B), so knowing your zone helps you understand when and whether you may need to evacuate. Always confirm with the official state or county evacuation zone map linked above, as boundaries can be updated.
To see evacuation zones for other cities and towns in your state, visit our hurricane evacuation zones in GA page and choose a different town. For a full list of states we cover, see hurricane evacuation zones by state. You can also use our hurricane evacuation zone by ZIP code lookup to quickly find your zone by ZIP code.
Storm surge—water driven ashore by a hurricane—is one of the greatest threats to life and property in coastal and low-lying areas. Evacuation zones are drawn using elevation, historical surge data, and flood models so that the most vulnerable areas are identified in advance. If you are in a higher-risk zone, having an evacuation plan and a go-kit ready can save critical time when an order is issued. This hurricane evacuation zone lookup gives you a clear starting point so you can plan ahead and stay informed.
Hurricane preparedness goes beyond knowing your zone. It includes having an evacuation route, a family communication plan, emergency supplies (water, food, medications, important documents), and a plan for pets. The hurricane supplies list on this page is a good basis for a go-kit. We also recommend signing up for local emergency alerts and following your state and county emergency management offices for the latest evacuation zone information and orders.
The primary evacuation zone shown at the top of this page is derived from the same type of data that state and local emergency managers use. The map on this site helps you see where Salem, Bicholim, North Goa, Goa sits in relation to zone boundaries. For the most authoritative and up-to-date boundaries, use the official “know your zone” or evacuation zone map link provided above; we link to it so you can verify your zone before and during hurricane season.
If you need to look up another address or town, return to our state evacuation zone page for GA to choose a different city or town, or go to our main hurricane evacuation zones by state page to switch states. Our ZIP code evacuation zone lookup is another way to quickly find hurricane evacuation zone information by ZIP code across the regions we support.
When a hurricane or tropical storm threatens, follow the guidance of your local emergency management office and the National Weather Service. Evacuation orders are issued based on the specific storm track and intensity, so your zone is a guide—not a substitute for official instructions. By using this site to find your evacuation zone and prepare in advance, you give yourself and your family a better chance of staying safe when the next storm approaches.