County: Greene
ZIP Codes: 22973



Stanardsville, Virginia, is located inland, approximately 120 miles from the coastal region where hurricane threats are generally more significant. However, despite this distance, the potential for severe weather effects from hurricanes, such as torrential rain, high winds, and flooding, still exists. The town's elevation, standing mostly around 700 feet above sea level, does provide it with some level of protection from the storm surges typically associated with coastal hurricanes. However, Stanardsville lies in the path of potential freshwater flooding due to excessive precipitation, which is a common impact of a hurricane or tropical storm making its way inland. Major hurricanes and floods have impacted Stanardsville over the past 30 years. Hurricane Fran in 1996 and Hurricane Isabel in 2003 were particularly destructive, causing substantial rainfall leading to flash flooding, extensive property damage, power outages and even loss of life. Moreover, the regionās historical flood risk is relatively high considering the rainfall level combined with the topography of the region, the mountains can enhance the rainfall, resulting in localized areas of stronger flood. Therefore, while direct hurricane contact might not be highly probable, Stanardsville residents should still prepare for these secondary impacts, which can still cause significant damage and disruption.






This page shows the hurricane evacuation zone for Stanardsville, Virginia, based on official state and local data. Your evacuation zone indicates your areaās 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 surgeāwater driven ashore by a hurricaneāis 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 Stanardsville, Virginia sits in relation to zone boundaries. For the most authoritative and up-to-date boundaries, use the official āknow your zoneā 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 guideānot 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.