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36.59°N -79.40°W
Danville, Virginia
Danville Co.
What this means for you.
Always check the State of Virginia's Know Your Zone Map for the latest evacuation zone information.
- 01Sign up for local alertsYour county's emergency notification service. Free, takes 90 seconds.
- 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 Danville.
Danville, Virginia, though significantly inland, still carries a hurricane threat. This threat primarily stems from rain-induced flooding rather than direct storm surge or wind damage typically experienced on the coast. Despite its elevation of 160 meters, Danville is situated on the Dan River, which invariably makes it susceptible to flooding during heavy rainfall, a common feature of hurricanes. Flooding poses a threat to the infrastructure, homes, and businesses within this community, and it can also impair transportation and essential services. Flash flooding can occur quite rapidly and can be particularly devastating and life-threatening.
Over the past three decades, several severe weather events have impacted Danville. Notably, Hurricanes Fran (1996) and Michael (2018) have caused significant flooding in the area. Hurricane Fran resulted in heavy rainfall in Danville, causing the Dan River to overflow and lead to flooding conditions. More recently, Hurricane Michael also heavily impacted Danville with flash flooding. The impact of these past hurricanes underscore the potential for future flood-related damage and risks, especially as climate change is predicted to institute more intense and frequent storms. Consequently, comprehensive hurricane preparedness initiatives, considering the town's vulnerability to flooding, are an urgent necessity.
Danville, Virginia, though significantly inland, still carries a hurricane threat. This threat primarily stems from rain-induced flooding rather than direct storm surge or wind damage typically experienced on the coast. Despite its elevation of 160 meters, Danville is situated on the Dan River, which invariably makes it susceptible to flooding during heavy rainfall, a common feature of hurricanes. Flooding poses a threat to the infrastructure, homes, and businesses within this community, and it can also impair transportation and essential services. Flash flooding can occur quite rapidly and can be particularly devastating and life-threatening. Over the past three decades, several severe weather events have impacted Danville. Notably, Hurricanes Fran (1996) and Michael (2018) have caused significant flooding in the area. Hurricane Fran resulted in heavy rainfall in Danville, causing the Dan River to overflow and lead to flooding conditions. More recently, Hurricane Michael also heavily impacted Danville with flash flooding. The impact of these past hurricanes underscore the potential for future flood-related damage and risks, especially as climate change is predicted to institute more intense and frequent storms. Consequently, comprehensive hurricane preparedness initiatives, considering the town's vulnerability to flooding, are an urgent necessity.
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