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37.83°N -75.62°W
Bloxom, Virginia
Accomack 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 Bloxom.
Bloxom, Virginia, being about 10 miles from the Atlantic Coast and at a low elevation (close to sea level), is highly susceptible to potential hurricane impacts. With its proximity to water bodies, any rise in water levels due to storm surges or intense rainfall as a result of a hurricane can result in significant flooding, causing property damage and other public safety concerns. The flat, low-lying terrain of the town provides little resistance to the movement of water, thereby increasing the risk of widespread flooding. Other possible Hurricane-induced impacts for Bloxom include destructive winds, which can result in extensive structural damage to buildings and infrastructure, uproot trees, and down power lines, leading to power outages.
Over the past 30 years, several hurricanes and related storms have impacted Bloxom, VA. A notable instance was Hurricane Isabel, which struck the area in 2003, leading to flooding and wind damage. More recently, Hurricane Sandy's indirect influence in 2012 also had significant impact, driving heavy rains that resulted in flooding, high winds, and subsequent power outages. Other storms, such as those linked with several Nor'easters and Tropical Storms, have not spared the town. Given this history, Bloxom residents would be well served to prepare a comprehensive hurricane readiness plan.
Bloxom, Virginia, being about 10 miles from the Atlantic Coast and at a low elevation (close to sea level), is highly susceptible to potential hurricane impacts. With its proximity to water bodies, any rise in water levels due to storm surges or intense rainfall as a result of a hurricane can result in significant flooding, causing property damage and other public safety concerns. The flat, low-lying terrain of the town provides little resistance to the movement of water, thereby increasing the risk of widespread flooding. Other possible Hurricane-induced impacts for Bloxom include destructive winds, which can result in extensive structural damage to buildings and infrastructure, uproot trees, and down power lines, leading to power outages. Over the past 30 years, several hurricanes and related storms have impacted Bloxom, VA. A notable instance was Hurricane Isabel, which struck the area in 2003, leading to flooding and wind damage. More recently, Hurricane Sandy's indirect influence in 2012 also had significant impact, driving heavy rains that resulted in flooding, high winds, and subsequent power outages. Other storms, such as those linked with several Nor'easters and Tropical Storms, have not spared the town. Given this history, Bloxom residents would be well served to prepare a comprehensive hurricane readiness plan.
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