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38.10°N -79.33°W
Augusta Springs, Virginia
Augusta 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 Augusta Springs.
Augusta Springs, located in Augusta County in Virginia, is somewhat shielded from the direct brunt of most hurricanes due its distance from the coast and its relatively high elevation. Hurricane effects are often weakened by the time they reach this inland area. Despite its far-off location from the coast, Augusta Springs can still experience significant effects from hurricanes, typically in the form of heavy rainfall. This can lead to problematic flooding, especially in its local streams and springs. The region's topography also makes it prone to flash flooding, and prolonged heavy rainfall can saturate the ground quickly, increasing the risk of mudslides.
Drawing from historical records, Augusta Springs has experienced several severe weather events over the past 30 years. Notable among these was Hurricane Fran in 1996, which brought devastating floods to the Shenandoah Valley. More recently, the remnants of Hurricane Isabel in 2003 and Hurricane Florence in 2018 also impacted the area with heavy rainfall and subsequent flooding. Such incidents should not be overlooked in considering potential hurricane threats, primarily flood risks, to the Augusta Springs community.
Augusta Springs, located in Augusta County in Virginia, is somewhat shielded from the direct brunt of most hurricanes due its distance from the coast and its relatively high elevation. Hurricane effects are often weakened by the time they reach this inland area. Despite its far-off location from the coast, Augusta Springs can still experience significant effects from hurricanes, typically in the form of heavy rainfall. This can lead to problematic flooding, especially in its local streams and springs. The region's topography also makes it prone to flash flooding, and prolonged heavy rainfall can saturate the ground quickly, increasing the risk of mudslides. Drawing from historical records, Augusta Springs has experienced several severe weather events over the past 30 years. Notable among these was Hurricane Fran in 1996, which brought devastating floods to the Shenandoah Valley. More recently, the remnants of Hurricane Isabel in 2003 and Hurricane Florence in 2018 also impacted the area with heavy rainfall and subsequent flooding. Such incidents should not be overlooked in considering potential hurricane threats, primarily flood risks, to the Augusta Springs community.
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