County: Shenandoah
ZIP Codes: 22824



Edinburg, Virginia, although situated inland, is not entirely immune to the impacts of hurricanes, mostly resulting from the remnants of these storms. While the threat of storm surges and direct cyclonic wind damage is relatively low due to the town's distance from the coast (approximately 125 miles), the risk from excessive rainfall, associated flooding, and potentially damaging winds is relatively high. Edinburg's position within the Shenandoah Valley, with an elevation around 860 feet, lends itself to a heightened risk of flash flooding from heavy rainfalls. Additionally, the community should prepare for the possibility of power outages and property damage from winds, heavy rain, or falling trees, particularly if the grounds are already saturated. In terms of historical storm events, Hurricane Fran in 1996, which was downgraded to a tropical depression by the time it reached Virginia, caused some reported flooding in Edinburg and the Shenandoah County area. More recently, heavy rain and subsequent flooding from Hurricanes Ivan (2004) and Isabel (2003) impacted the region, although the most severe damage from these storms was concentrated closer to the coast. Despite the townâs inland location, it is prudent to continue monitoring future hurricane tracks carefully, bearing in mind that even "downgraded" storms can produce hazardous local conditions.






This page shows the hurricane evacuation zone for Edinburg, Virginia, based on official state and local data. Your evacuation zone indicates your areaâs risk from storm surge and flooding during a hurricane or tropical storm. When officials issue evacuation orders, they often do so by zone (e.g., Zone A, Zone B), so knowing your zone helps you understand when and whether you may need to evacuate. Always confirm with the official state or county evacuation zone map linked above, as boundaries can be updated.
To see evacuation zones for other cities and towns in your state, visit our hurricane evacuation zones in VA page and choose a different town. For a full list of states we cover, see hurricane evacuation zones by state. You can also use our hurricane evacuation zone by ZIP code lookup to quickly find your zone by ZIP code.
Storm surgeâwater driven ashore by a hurricaneâis one of the greatest threats to life and property in coastal and low-lying areas. Evacuation zones are drawn using elevation, historical surge data, and flood models so that the most vulnerable areas are identified in advance. If you are in a higher-risk zone, having an evacuation plan and a go-kit ready can save critical time when an order is issued. This hurricane evacuation zone lookup gives you a clear starting point so you can plan ahead and stay informed.
Hurricane preparedness goes beyond knowing your zone. It includes having an evacuation route, a family communication plan, emergency supplies (water, food, medications, important documents), and a plan for pets. The hurricane supplies list on this page is a good basis for a go-kit. We also recommend signing up for local emergency alerts and following your state and county emergency management offices for the latest evacuation zone information and orders.
The primary evacuation zone shown at the top of this page is derived from the same type of data that state and local emergency managers use. The map on this site helps you see where Edinburg, Virginia sits in relation to zone boundaries. For the most authoritative and up-to-date boundaries, use the official âknow your zoneâ or evacuation zone map link provided above; we link to it so you can verify your zone before and during hurricane season.
If you need to look up another address or town, return to our state evacuation zone page for VA to choose a different city or town, or go to our main hurricane evacuation zones by state page to switch states. Our ZIP code evacuation zone lookup is another way to quickly find hurricane evacuation zone information by ZIP code across the regions we support.
When a hurricane or tropical storm threatens, follow the guidance of your local emergency management office and the National Weather Service. Evacuation orders are issued based on the specific storm track and intensity, so your zone is a guideânot a substitute for official instructions. By using this site to find your evacuation zone and prepare in advance, you give yourself and your family a better chance of staying safe when the next storm approaches.