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37.99°N -78.38°W
Rivanna, Virginia
Albemarle 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 Rivanna.
Rivanna, Virginia, while not directly on the coast, is relatively close to it, therefore, it may face significant threats during a hurricane, albeit lower than coastal towns. Its inland position can offer some protection from the immediate impact of storm surges, the destructive wall of water pushed inland by hurricanes. However, the more significant threat for Rivanna comes from intense rainfall associated with these systems, which can lead to flash flooding, especially considering its position relative to the Rivanna River. The town's elevation isn't particularly high, meaning that a relatively minor rise in local bodies of water could potentially cause flooding.
Historically, Rivanna has had its share of significant weather events. The town was greatly affected by Hurricane Fran in 1996 and Hurricane Isabel in 2003. These storms caused widespread flooding and damage due to strong winds and heavy rains. Also, tropical storm remnants like those of Gaston (2004) and Camille (1969) have brought significant rainfall resulting in catastrophic flooding. Thus, despite its inland position, Rivanna must still be prepared for the potential impacts of a hurricane, mainly the risk of heavy rainfall, flooding, and damaging winds.
Rivanna, Virginia, while not directly on the coast, is relatively close to it, therefore, it may face significant threats during a hurricane, albeit lower than coastal towns. Its inland position can offer some protection from the immediate impact of storm surges, the destructive wall of water pushed inland by hurricanes. However, the more significant threat for Rivanna comes from intense rainfall associated with these systems, which can lead to flash flooding, especially considering its position relative to the Rivanna River. The town's elevation isn't particularly high, meaning that a relatively minor rise in local bodies of water could potentially cause flooding. Historically, Rivanna has had its share of significant weather events. The town was greatly affected by Hurricane Fran in 1996 and Hurricane Isabel in 2003. These storms caused widespread flooding and damage due to strong winds and heavy rains. Also, tropical storm remnants like those of Gaston (2004) and Camille (1969) have brought significant rainfall resulting in catastrophic flooding. Thus, despite its inland position, Rivanna must still be prepared for the potential impacts of a hurricane, mainly the risk of heavy rainfall, flooding, and damaging winds.
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