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37.33°N -80.81°W
Narrows, Virginia
Giles Co.
What this means for you.
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- 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 Narrows.
Narrows, Virginia, given its inland position, is not particularly susceptible to direct landfall of hurricanes. However, the town could still feel the effects of hurricanes in the form of heavy rainfall and resultant flooding. Narrows, nestled within the Appalachian Mountains and along the New River, may experience rapid runoff during storm events due to the mountainous terrain, potentially exacerbating the flooding risk. Flooding, along with damaging winds, are key threats that a hurricane could pose to Narrows, impacting infrastructure, homes, and potentially causing landslides in the surrounding areas.
Historically, Narrows has been affected by several significant weather events such as Hurricane Hugo in 1989 and Hurricane Fran in 1996. In both situations, remnants of these hurricanes caused intense rainfall and flooding in the region. More recently, in 2020, Narrows was also impacted by the rain and gusty winds associated with remnants of Hurricane Laura. By understanding the specific risks and potential storm impacts that hurricanes pose, locals and officials in Narrows can better prepare and mitigate the potential damage. Public education on flood safety, emergency planning, and improved infrastructure could significantly improve the town's resilience to these extreme weather events.
Narrows, Virginia, given its inland position, is not particularly susceptible to direct landfall of hurricanes. However, the town could still feel the effects of hurricanes in the form of heavy rainfall and resultant flooding. Narrows, nestled within the Appalachian Mountains and along the New River, may experience rapid runoff during storm events due to the mountainous terrain, potentially exacerbating the flooding risk. Flooding, along with damaging winds, are key threats that a hurricane could pose to Narrows, impacting infrastructure, homes, and potentially causing landslides in the surrounding areas. Historically, Narrows has been affected by several significant weather events such as Hurricane Hugo in 1989 and Hurricane Fran in 1996. In both situations, remnants of these hurricanes caused intense rainfall and flooding in the region. More recently, in 2020, Narrows was also impacted by the rain and gusty winds associated with remnants of Hurricane Laura. By understanding the specific risks and potential storm impacts that hurricanes pose, locals and officials in Narrows can better prepare and mitigate the potential damage. Public education on flood safety, emergency planning, and improved infrastructure could significantly improve the town's resilience to these extreme weather events.
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