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37.79°N -78.70°W
Schuyler, Virginia
Nelson Co.
What this means for you.
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- 01Sign up for local alertsYour county's emergency notification service. Free, takes 90 seconds.
- 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 Schuyler.
Schuyler, Virginia, whilst positioned at a significant distance from the coast, still remains within reach of hurricane risks, more specifically, in terms of the excessive rainfall that these weather systems can bring. Schuyler is located over 150 miles inland which can often reduce the severity of the wind impacts from coastal storms, however, the town is situated along the Rockfish River and therefore, subject to potential river flooding from persistent heavy rain. Geographical elements including the town's elevation and the surrounding topography play a significant part in the way water flows and gathers during a deluge, leading to potential flood risks.
Historically, Schuyler has been impacted by two notable storms in the past thirty years. One such storm being Hurricane Fran in 1996, a severe hurricane that generated damaging winds and flood impacts as it passed inland, including in Schuyler. Another example is the remnants of Tropical Storm Lee in 2011 which resulted in widespread riverine flooding in Nelson County. The severity and frequency of these past events underscore the importance for readiness against future threats. Proactive measures such as monitoring local forecasts during hurricane season and having a comprehensive hurricane preparedness plan is strongly recommended for the residents of Schuyler, Virginia.
Schuyler, Virginia, whilst positioned at a significant distance from the coast, still remains within reach of hurricane risks, more specifically, in terms of the excessive rainfall that these weather systems can bring. Schuyler is located over 150 miles inland which can often reduce the severity of the wind impacts from coastal storms, however, the town is situated along the Rockfish River and therefore, subject to potential river flooding from persistent heavy rain. Geographical elements including the town's elevation and the surrounding topography play a significant part in the way water flows and gathers during a deluge, leading to potential flood risks. Historically, Schuyler has been impacted by two notable storms in the past thirty years. One such storm being Hurricane Fran in 1996, a severe hurricane that generated damaging winds and flood impacts as it passed inland, including in Schuyler. Another example is the remnants of Tropical Storm Lee in 2011 which resulted in widespread riverine flooding in Nelson County. The severity and frequency of these past events underscore the importance for readiness against future threats. Proactive measures such as monitoring local forecasts during hurricane season and having a comprehensive hurricane preparedness plan is strongly recommended for the residents of Schuyler, Virginia.
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