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37.55°N -78.56°W
Buckingham Courthouse, Virginia
Buckingham Co.
What this means for you.
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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 Buckingham Courthouse.
Buckingham Courthouse, Virginia, while situated approximately 150 miles inland from the eastern coast of Virginia, is not entirely immune to the threats posed by hurricanes. Hurricanes and tropical storms can track far enough inland to deliver strong winds, heavy rain, and even spawn tornadoes. Given the town's moderate elevation of around 500 feet, its residents are more susceptible to potential wind damage rather than storm surge, which is a major concern along the coast. Nonetheless, the heavy rainfall associated with hurricanes can inundate local streams and rivers, leading to flash flooding and indirectly imposing the risk of landslides in nearby higher terrain areas. Periods of prolonged rain also bring the potential for longer-duration riverine and area flooding.
Historically, Buckingham Courthouse has seen impacts from several major storms and hurricanes. Particularly in the last 30 years, this area suffered the aftermath of 2003’s Hurricane Isabel which brought significant wind damage and flooding across the region. The remnants of 1996's Hurricane Fran also caused widespread flood damage in a broad area, including Buckingham Courthouse. Reviewing such historical events becomes critical in preparing for future impacts. Authorities should consistently update local drainage systems, check the readiness of emergency services, and inform communities about potential hurricane impacts and proper safety measures.
Buckingham Courthouse, Virginia, while situated approximately 150 miles inland from the eastern coast of Virginia, is not entirely immune to the threats posed by hurricanes. Hurricanes and tropical storms can track far enough inland to deliver strong winds, heavy rain, and even spawn tornadoes. Given the town's moderate elevation of around 500 feet, its residents are more susceptible to potential wind damage rather than storm surge, which is a major concern along the coast. Nonetheless, the heavy rainfall associated with hurricanes can inundate local streams and rivers, leading to flash flooding and indirectly imposing the risk of landslides in nearby higher terrain areas. Periods of prolonged rain also bring the potential for longer-duration riverine and area flooding. Historically, Buckingham Courthouse has seen impacts from several major storms and hurricanes. Particularly in the last 30 years, this area suffered the aftermath of 2003’s Hurricane Isabel which brought significant wind damage and flooding across the region. The remnants of 1996's Hurricane Fran also caused widespread flood damage in a broad area, including Buckingham Courthouse. Reviewing such historical events becomes critical in preparing for future impacts. Authorities should consistently update local drainage systems, check the readiness of emergency services, and inform communities about potential hurricane impacts and proper safety measures.
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