County: Fairfax
ZIP Codes: 22027, 22180, 22182



Dunn Loring, Virginia, though situated approximately 125 miles inland from the Atlantic coast, isn't immune to the effects of a hurricane - primarily in the form of substantial rainfall causing flooding, strong winds, and potentially tornadoes spun off from the main system. The town is largely at a lower elevation, less than 400 feet, which could potentially increase its susceptibility to flooding. Dunn Loring, however, does not have a significant historical flood risk as most of the runoff is well-managed through a series of creeks and storm drain systems. As hurricanes weaken upon landfall due to the absence of warm water (their primary fuel source), by the time they reach Dunn Loring, their power typically decreases significantly compared to coastal areas. Within the last 30 years, Hurricane Fran in 1996 and Hurricane Isabel in 2003 have caused considerable impacts, even though they had weakened to tropical storm status by the time they reached this far inland. These storms brought strong winds that resulted in power outages, fallen trees and structural damage. Fran in particular led to a considerable amount of rainfall, resulting in flash floods. More recently, the remnants of Hurricane Florence in 2018 resulted in heavy rainfall, however, the overall impact was not as significant. As climate change continues to intensify weather patterns, it’s crucial for residents to maintain awareness and prepare for potential storms accordingly.






This page shows the hurricane evacuation zone for Dunn Loring, 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 Dunn Loring, 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.