County: Campbell
ZIP Codes: 24551, 24550, 24502



Timberlake, Virginia, sits approximately 200 miles inland from the Atlantic coast. This distance provides some buffer against the most direct and damaging effects of coastal storms, but it does not make the area immune to dangerous weather associated with hurricanes, including high winds, severe thunderstorms, and the potential for spawning tornadoes. The relative low elevation of Timberlake, roughly around 800 feet, combined with the town's proximity to multiple bodies of water -- the Ivy Creek, Tomahawk Creek, and the larger James River -- makes it prone to flash floods and other forms of flood damage, especially during significant rainfall events, like those associated with tropical storm systems. Historically, significant hurricanes impacting Timberlake, Virginia in the last three decades includes Hurricane Fran in 1996, Hurricane Isabel in 2003, and most recently, Hurricane Michael in 2018. These storms caused substantial rain in the area leading to minor to moderate flood issues. While flooding has been of concern periodically, measures for flood control have made the region more resilient to these types of events. However, residents should remain vigilant during hurricane season (June through November), paying close attention to official updates and warnings due to the inherent unpredictability and potential severity of these storms.






This page shows the hurricane evacuation zone for Timberlake, 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 Timberlake, 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.