We could not determine the exact evacuation zone for Stanleytown, Virginia. Use the official evacuation zone map linked above to verify your current zone.
Address resolved · 36.74°N -79.96°W
Your zone in
Stanleytown,VA
We couldn't pin a zone to this exact address. Check the official state map below to confirm.
Primary zoneTier · Surge
?
Verify on the
official map
official map
FIG. 01
§ 01
The map.
Loading…
36.74°N -79.96°W
Stanleytown, Virginia
Henry 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.
§ 02
About Stanleytown.
Stanleytown, Virginia, while distanced from the immediate coastline, remains subject to potential hurricane impacts mainly due to its position in the inland river valleys. The Smith River, in particular, has been a historical source of flooding for the region, largely in the aftermath of heavy rainfall brought by tropical cyclones or their remnants. The town's relatively low elevation also increases its susceptibility to flooding. The effects of hurricanes often extend to torrential rains and high-speed winds that can lead to structural damages, power outages, and blocked roads due to falling trees or other debris, therefore residents should especially prioritize property protection and ensuring they have emergency plans in place.
In terms of a historical perspective, Hurricane Fran in 1996 brought heavy rainfall to the region, resulting in extensive flooding due to the swollen Smith River. More recently, remnants of Hurricanes Ivan in 2004 and Michael in 2018 also caused significant flooding in Stanleytown and nearby communities, once again highlighting the need for town residents to remain constantly alert and prepared for storm impacts and subsequent flood risks, particularly given the increasing intensity and frequency of tropical weather systems due to climate change.
Stanleytown, Virginia, while distanced from the immediate coastline, remains subject to potential hurricane impacts mainly due to its position in the inland river valleys. The Smith River, in particular, has been a historical source of flooding for the region, largely in the aftermath of heavy rainfall brought by tropical cyclones or their remnants. The town's relatively low elevation also increases its susceptibility to flooding. The effects of hurricanes often extend to torrential rains and high-speed winds that can lead to structural damages, power outages, and blocked roads due to falling trees or other debris, therefore residents should especially prioritize property protection and ensuring they have emergency plans in place. In terms of a historical perspective, Hurricane Fran in 1996 brought heavy rainfall to the region, resulting in extensive flooding due to the swollen Smith River. More recently, remnants of Hurricanes Ivan in 2004 and Michael in 2018 also caused significant flooding in Stanleytown and nearby communities, once again highlighting the need for town residents to remain constantly alert and prepared for storm impacts and subsequent flood risks, particularly given the increasing intensity and frequency of tropical weather systems due to climate change.
§ 03
