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38.28°N -78.03°W
Clifton, Virginia
Fairfax 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 Clifton.
Hurricane threats might not be as pronounced in Clifton, Virginia, considering its relative distance from the coast; it's situated approximately 140 miles west of the Atlantic Ocean. However, it's not entirely immune to the impacts of hurricanes and tropical storms, particularly from heavy rainfall causing flooding and strong winds causing downed trees and power lines. Clifton's elevation, averaging around 220 feet, provides some degree of natural protection against storm surge from hurricanes, unlike coastal towns.
Historically, Clifton has been affected by hurricanes tracking up the East Coast. One of the most significant storms in recent history was Hurricane Isabel in 2003, which despite losing its hurricane strength by the time it reached Virginia, caused major flooding and widespread wind damage. Additionally, Tropical Storm Lee in 2011 affected the whole Northern Virginia area, including Clifton, with severe flooding and wind damage. Flooding is always a concern in this region due to the area's numerous streams and creeks including the Bull Run and the Occoquan River. Hence, the town would still need to be prepared for major floods and wind damage during the Atlantic hurricane season.
Hurricane threats might not be as pronounced in Clifton, Virginia, considering its relative distance from the coast; it's situated approximately 140 miles west of the Atlantic Ocean. However, it's not entirely immune to the impacts of hurricanes and tropical storms, particularly from heavy rainfall causing flooding and strong winds causing downed trees and power lines. Clifton's elevation, averaging around 220 feet, provides some degree of natural protection against storm surge from hurricanes, unlike coastal towns. Historically, Clifton has been affected by hurricanes tracking up the East Coast. One of the most significant storms in recent history was Hurricane Isabel in 2003, which despite losing its hurricane strength by the time it reached Virginia, caused major flooding and widespread wind damage. Additionally, Tropical Storm Lee in 2011 affected the whole Northern Virginia area, including Clifton, with severe flooding and wind damage. Flooding is always a concern in this region due to the area's numerous streams and creeks including the Bull Run and the Occoquan River. Hence, the town would still need to be prepared for major floods and wind damage during the Atlantic hurricane season.
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