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38.80°N -77.38°W
Union Mill, Virginia
Fairfax Co.
What this means for you.
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- 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 Union Mill.
Due to Union Mill, Virginia have a considerable distance from the Atlantic Coast, the immediate threat of hurricane-force winds and storm surge is relatively low. However, this does not make the town immune to the damaging effects of a tropical system. Heavy rainfall associated with a hurricane or tropical storm can lead to significant flooding, particularly in areas with poor drainage or close to rivers and creek beds. Union Mill's elevation varies, and there are lower-lying areas that could be susceptible to flooding. Therefore, the town should still maintain appropriate flood safety measures and precautions during hurricane season.
Historically, Union Mill has seen its fair share of extreme weather, with Hurricane Isabel in 2003 being a notable example. This storm brought heavy rain to the area, causing significant flooding and damage to infrastructures such as roads and bridges. Moreover, the remnants of other major hurricanes, like Floyd in 1999 and Matthew in 2016, have also passed through the region, each resulting in their own cases of flooding and property damage. Despite not being coastal, the historical context reveals that Union Mill still faces significant risk from the indirect effects of hurricanes.
Due to Union Mill, Virginia have a considerable distance from the Atlantic Coast, the immediate threat of hurricane-force winds and storm surge is relatively low. However, this does not make the town immune to the damaging effects of a tropical system. Heavy rainfall associated with a hurricane or tropical storm can lead to significant flooding, particularly in areas with poor drainage or close to rivers and creek beds. Union Mill's elevation varies, and there are lower-lying areas that could be susceptible to flooding. Therefore, the town should still maintain appropriate flood safety measures and precautions during hurricane season. Historically, Union Mill has seen its fair share of extreme weather, with Hurricane Isabel in 2003 being a notable example. This storm brought heavy rain to the area, causing significant flooding and damage to infrastructures such as roads and bridges. Moreover, the remnants of other major hurricanes, like Floyd in 1999 and Matthew in 2016, have also passed through the region, each resulting in their own cases of flooding and property damage. Despite not being coastal, the historical context reveals that Union Mill still faces significant risk from the indirect effects of hurricanes.
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