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38.82°N -77.15°W
Lincolnia, Virginia
Fairfax Co.
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- 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 Lincolnia.
Lincolnia, Virginia, though located inland, still faces the threat of hurricane effects, primarily in the form of potential flooding and the aftermath of high-latitude tropical systems. It's situated at a relatively low elevation averaging around 345 feet above sea level. The elevation, coupled with the dense residential and urban development, exacerbates the risk of flooding, especially during extreme weather conditions. Therefore, even though Lincolnia is not directly on the coast, it's still influenced by heavy rain bands and subsequent runoff from tropical systems, increasing the likelihood of flash floods.
Historically, significant tropical systems have impacted Lincolnia in the past 30 years, with Hurricane Isabel in 2003 and Hurricane Irene in 2011 as two of the most noteworthy. Both storms brought significant rainfall and strong winds, leading to widespread damage due to flooding and downed trees throughout the town. Although the threat of direct impact from a hurricane is less for Lincolnia due to its inland location, the residual effects of hurricanes, predominantly flash flooding caused by heavy rainfall, pose a significant risk. Town planers and residents should develop and maintain well-organized emergency plans to manage and reduce the potential impact of these storm systems.
Lincolnia, Virginia, though located inland, still faces the threat of hurricane effects, primarily in the form of potential flooding and the aftermath of high-latitude tropical systems. It's situated at a relatively low elevation averaging around 345 feet above sea level. The elevation, coupled with the dense residential and urban development, exacerbates the risk of flooding, especially during extreme weather conditions. Therefore, even though Lincolnia is not directly on the coast, it's still influenced by heavy rain bands and subsequent runoff from tropical systems, increasing the likelihood of flash floods. Historically, significant tropical systems have impacted Lincolnia in the past 30 years, with Hurricane Isabel in 2003 and Hurricane Irene in 2011 as two of the most noteworthy. Both storms brought significant rainfall and strong winds, leading to widespread damage due to flooding and downed trees throughout the town. Although the threat of direct impact from a hurricane is less for Lincolnia due to its inland location, the residual effects of hurricanes, predominantly flash flooding caused by heavy rainfall, pose a significant risk. Town planers and residents should develop and maintain well-organized emergency plans to manage and reduce the potential impact of these storm systems.
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