County: King William
ZIP Codes: 23086, 23177



Being approximately 40 miles from the Atlantic coast, King William, Virginia, carries a moderate threat from hurricanes. The town's relatively low elevation (below 100 feet) implies a heightened susceptibility to flooding caused by heavy rainfall. The county has endured some severe hurricanes and tropical storms in the past. Although the direct hit from a hurricane is less likely at this distance from the coast, they ought to prepare for secondary effects such as substantial rainfall, potent winds, and resultant flooding. The town is situated near the Pamunkey river which might further increase the risk of floods when hurricanes make landfall, depending on the storm's exact path and intensity. Keeping these factors in mind, it is essential for local residents to devise an emergency plan and prepare accordingly. Historically, hurricanes like Isabel in 2003 and Floyd in 1999, both Category 2, and Hugo in 1989, a Category 1, passed through or close to King William causing severe flooding and wind damage. More recently, in 2016, hurricane Matthew, although post-tropical by the time it reached Virginia, still caused significant rainfall and flooding. It must be noted that even remnants of hurricanes can have significant impacts inland. Inhabitants of King William County should, accordingly, not disregard any tropical storm or hurricane warnings and must stay well-informed about the storm’s path, projected impacts, and heed local officials' advice.






This page shows the hurricane evacuation zone for King William, Virginia, based on official state and local data. Your evacuation zone indicates your area’s risk from storm surge and flooding during a hurricane or tropical storm. When officials issue evacuation orders, they often do so by zone (e.g., Zone A, Zone B), so knowing your zone helps you understand when and whether you may need to evacuate. Always confirm with the official state or county evacuation zone map linked above, as boundaries can be updated.
To see evacuation zones for other cities and towns in your state, visit our hurricane evacuation zones in VA page and choose a different town. For a full list of states we cover, see hurricane evacuation zones by state. You can also use our hurricane evacuation zone by ZIP code lookup to quickly find your zone by ZIP code.
Storm surge—water driven ashore by a hurricane—is one of the greatest threats to life and property in coastal and low-lying areas. Evacuation zones are drawn using elevation, historical surge data, and flood models so that the most vulnerable areas are identified in advance. If you are in a higher-risk zone, having an evacuation plan and a go-kit ready can save critical time when an order is issued. This hurricane evacuation zone lookup gives you a clear starting point so you can plan ahead and stay informed.
Hurricane preparedness goes beyond knowing your zone. It includes having an evacuation route, a family communication plan, emergency supplies (water, food, medications, important documents), and a plan for pets. The hurricane supplies list on this page is a good basis for a go-kit. We also recommend signing up for local emergency alerts and following your state and county emergency management offices for the latest evacuation zone information and orders.
The primary evacuation zone shown at the top of this page is derived from the same type of data that state and local emergency managers use. The map on this site helps you see where King William, Virginia sits in relation to zone boundaries. For the most authoritative and up-to-date boundaries, use the official “know your zone” or evacuation zone map link provided above; we link to it so you can verify your zone before and during hurricane season.
If you need to look up another address or town, return to our state evacuation zone page for VA to choose a different city or town, or go to our main hurricane evacuation zones by state page to switch states. Our ZIP code evacuation zone lookup is another way to quickly find hurricane evacuation zone information by ZIP code across the regions we support.
When a hurricane or tropical storm threatens, follow the guidance of your local emergency management office and the National Weather Service. Evacuation orders are issued based on the specific storm track and intensity, so your zone is a guide—not a substitute for official instructions. By using this site to find your evacuation zone and prepare in advance, you give yourself and your family a better chance of staying safe when the next storm approaches.