County: Buchanan
ZIP Codes: 24614



Despite being more than 300 miles inland from the Atlantic coast, Grundy, Virginia, is not entirely free from the impacts of hurricanes. Historical storm data show that although the impact of hurricanes typically decrease over distance, heavy rainfall from decaying hurricanes or tropical storms can pose significant risk of flooding in Grundy due to its high elevation and the surrounding rugged, mountainous terrain, which funnel water into the town. Additionally, because Grundy is located in a narrow valley alongside the Levisa Fork River, it has a particularly high risk of flash flooding. The river can dramatically increase in volume from heavy rain, threatening homes and businesses along its banks. This town has a severe history of floods which significantly increased after the land was stripped for coal mining, hence increasing runoff during heavy rainfall events. Over the past 30 years, Grundy has experienced numerous flood events with some of the most devastating ones being associated with hurricanes. Hurricane Fran in 1996, for example, caused extensive flooding in Grundy as moisture from the hurricane merged with a stationary front over the Appalachian region. In 2001, Grundy was again heavily impacted by flooding as a result of the remnants of Tropical Storm Allison interacting with a frontal system. In 2004, the remnants of Hurricane Jeanne led to widespread flooding affecting about 75% of homes and businesses in Grundy, causing major disruptions and economic losses. Such historical precedents necessitate the development of comprehensive and well-coordinated hurricane response plans for the town of Grundy.






This page shows the hurricane evacuation zone for Grundy, Virginia, based on official state and local data. Your evacuation zone indicates your area’s 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 surge—water driven ashore by a hurricane—is 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 Grundy, Virginia sits in relation to zone boundaries. For the most authoritative and up-to-date boundaries, use the official “know your zone” 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 guide—not 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.