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37.69°N -77.01°W
King William, Virginia
King William Co.
What this means for you.
Always check the State of Virginia's Know Your Zone Map for the latest evacuation zone information.
- 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 King William.
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.
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.
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