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38.81°N -77.30°W
Kings Park West, Virginia
Fairfax 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 Kings Park West.
Kings Park West, Virginia, though significantly inland from the Atlantic Ocean, is still susceptible to impacts from tropical systems including heavy rainfall, strong winds, and subsequent flooding. While the community doesn't face direct threats from storm surge like coastal regions, the area's characteristics such as minimal elevation change offer little protection from floodwaters, especially during powerful hurricane events. The area is predominantly residential, with many mature trees that could potentially cause damage to property during strong winds.
Over the past 30 years, Kings Park West has experienced several notable hurricanes and tropical storms that have contributed to significant rainfall and flooding. Notably, in 2003, Hurricane Isabel caused severe damage in this area with high winds and heavy rainfall. More recently, the remnants of Hurricane Florence in 2018 brought torrential rains to the region, leading to localized flooding. As a result, it is essential to consider these past events and the town's vulnerability in future hurricane threat assessments. Public safety measures and emergency planning could greatly mitigate potential damages, ensuring the community's resilience against such adverse weather impacts.
Kings Park West, Virginia, though significantly inland from the Atlantic Ocean, is still susceptible to impacts from tropical systems including heavy rainfall, strong winds, and subsequent flooding. While the community doesn't face direct threats from storm surge like coastal regions, the area's characteristics such as minimal elevation change offer little protection from floodwaters, especially during powerful hurricane events. The area is predominantly residential, with many mature trees that could potentially cause damage to property during strong winds. Over the past 30 years, Kings Park West has experienced several notable hurricanes and tropical storms that have contributed to significant rainfall and flooding. Notably, in 2003, Hurricane Isabel caused severe damage in this area with high winds and heavy rainfall. More recently, the remnants of Hurricane Florence in 2018 brought torrential rains to the region, leading to localized flooding. As a result, it is essential to consider these past events and the town's vulnerability in future hurricane threat assessments. Public safety measures and emergency planning could greatly mitigate potential damages, ensuring the community's resilience against such adverse weather impacts.
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