County: Pulaski
ZIP Codes: 24141



Fairlawn, Virginia, while notably inland, is still susceptible to the effects of hurricanes migrating from the Atlantic coast. As it's situated along the New River, Fairlawn's primary hurricane threat lies in flooding due to heavy rainfall. The town's lower average elevation, especially in areas close to the river, increases its vulnerability to this type of disaster. Powerful enough hurricanes can produce significant rainfall far from the coast, and the resulting runoff can overload the river's capacity. For this reason, the possibility of flash floods and flood damage should be the main concern for Fairlawn in hurricane scenarios. Infrastructure damage can also occur due to strong winds that often accompany such storms, but the likelihood and extent of this are much less than coastal regions. Over the past 30 years, Fairlawn has experienced the effects of several significant weather events, including hurricanes like Fran in 1996 and Isabel in 2003. These storms brought heavy precipitation inland, which significantly increased water levels in local rivers and caused widespread flooding. Hurricane Isabel, in particular, was responsible for one of the costliest and deadliest hurricane seasons in Virginia's history. While direct hurricane-force wind impact isn't frequent in Fairlawn, the remnant storm systems can still bring high-speed gusts, causing damage to structures and power systems. Residents should pay attention to these historical events and prepare for similar situations in the future.






This page shows the hurricane evacuation zone for Fairlawn, Virginia, 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 VA 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 Fairlawn, Virginia 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 VA 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.