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37.23°N -77.48°W
Matoaca, Virginia
Chesterfield Co.
What this means for you.
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- 02Pre-pick a destinationFriend, family, hotel, or pet-friendly Red Cross shelter inland. Avoid deciding last-minute.
- 03Build a 3-day go-kitWater, meds, documents, chargers, cash. Keep it by your bedroom door.
- 04Verify on the official mapBoundaries can change between seasons. The state map is always the final word.
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About Matoaca.
Matoaca, Virginia, located approximately 100 miles inland from the Atlantic Coast, is not directly exposed to storm surges or high winds typically associated with the initial impact of hurricanes. However, the town is prone to experiencing severe weather due to its location in a hurricane-prone state and the fact that hurricanes can still be intense after making landfall. Key risks include heavy rainfall, strong winds, and tornadoes spun off from hurricanes, which can cause structural damage and disrupt transportation, power transmission, and other essential services. The area's moderate elevation, with the lowest point being approximately 50 feet above sea level, is beneficial in mitigating flood risk, but does not rule out the possibility of flash floods following heavy rainfall, particularly in low-lying and poorly drained areas.
Historically, Matoaca has experienced significant impacts from several major hurricanes and floods over the past 30 years. For instance, Hurricane Floyd in 1999 brought heavy rainfall to the region, causing excessive flooding and damage. More recently, Hurricane Matthew in 2016, though it only skirted the Virginia coast, caused substantial rainfall in the Matoaca area. Flood impact varies widely across the region based on storm track and intensity, local topography and land use, and varying levels of defense infrastructure. Preparing for the worst-case scenario can help reduce vulnerabilities. Due diligence, such as keeping abreast of local weather forecasts during the hurricane season and planning evacuation routes just in case, can go a long way toward ensuring residents' safety.
Matoaca, Virginia, located approximately 100 miles inland from the Atlantic Coast, is not directly exposed to storm surges or high winds typically associated with the initial impact of hurricanes. However, the town is prone to experiencing severe weather due to its location in a hurricane-prone state and the fact that hurricanes can still be intense after making landfall. Key risks include heavy rainfall, strong winds, and tornadoes spun off from hurricanes, which can cause structural damage and disrupt transportation, power transmission, and other essential services. The area's moderate elevation, with the lowest point being approximately 50 feet above sea level, is beneficial in mitigating flood risk, but does not rule out the possibility of flash floods following heavy rainfall, particularly in low-lying and poorly drained areas. Historically, Matoaca has experienced significant impacts from several major hurricanes and floods over the past 30 years. For instance, Hurricane Floyd in 1999 brought heavy rainfall to the region, causing excessive flooding and damage. More recently, Hurricane Matthew in 2016, though it only skirted the Virginia coast, caused substantial rainfall in the Matoaca area. Flood impact varies widely across the region based on storm track and intensity, local topography and land use, and varying levels of defense infrastructure. Preparing for the worst-case scenario can help reduce vulnerabilities. Due diligence, such as keeping abreast of local weather forecasts during the hurricane season and planning evacuation routes just in case, can go a long way toward ensuring residents' safety.
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