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37.61°N -76.60°W
Saluda, Virginia
Middlesex Co.
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- 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 Saluda.
Saluda, Virginia, while somewhat undisturbed by the coast, is not fully immune to the impacts of hurricanes given its location - approximately 30 miles inland from Chesapeake Bay and about 60 miles from the Atlantic Ocean. The town's minimal elevation of 89 feet above sea level makes it susceptible to the impacts of storm surge and flooding, particularly in the context of a hurricane. Its proximity to both the Dragon Swamp and the Piankatank River may increase the severity of potential flooding from heavy rainfall associated with a hurricane.
Historically, Saluda has been threatened by various hurricanes and floods in the past three decades. Notably, in 2003, Hurricane Isabel caused significant damage throughout much of Virginia, including Saluda. Extensive flooding due to prolonged heavy rainfall was a major cause of damage during this event. Severe floods also occurred in 1999 as a result of Hurricane Floyd. It should be noted that the potential for wind damage, power outages, and infrastructure disruption is also a significant concern with hurricane threats. These past occurrences highlight the need for effective hurricane preparedness measures in Saluda, despite its distance from the coastline.
Saluda, Virginia, while somewhat undisturbed by the coast, is not fully immune to the impacts of hurricanes given its location - approximately 30 miles inland from Chesapeake Bay and about 60 miles from the Atlantic Ocean. The town's minimal elevation of 89 feet above sea level makes it susceptible to the impacts of storm surge and flooding, particularly in the context of a hurricane. Its proximity to both the Dragon Swamp and the Piankatank River may increase the severity of potential flooding from heavy rainfall associated with a hurricane. Historically, Saluda has been threatened by various hurricanes and floods in the past three decades. Notably, in 2003, Hurricane Isabel caused significant damage throughout much of Virginia, including Saluda. Extensive flooding due to prolonged heavy rainfall was a major cause of damage during this event. Severe floods also occurred in 1999 as a result of Hurricane Floyd. It should be noted that the potential for wind damage, power outages, and infrastructure disruption is also a significant concern with hurricane threats. These past occurrences highlight the need for effective hurricane preparedness measures in Saluda, despite its distance from the coastline.
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