County: Alleghany
ZIP Codes: 24422



Clifton Forge, Virginia, while not directly on Virginia's coast, is not immune to potential hurricane threats. Being approximately 150 miles from the coast, it can still be affected by inland flooding as a result of hurricanes. The impact of hurricanes is observed mainly through heavy rainfall that causes water bodies in the area to overflow their banks. The town's relatively higher elevation does provide some safeguard against direct storm surges, although heavy rainfall coupled with the area's hilly geography could potentially result in dangerous landslides or localized flash flooding. Examining the weather history, Clifton Forge has undoubtedly faced major weather-related events, but specific impact from hurricanes is harder to gauge due to lack of precise historical data. Nevertheless, Virginia experienced significant damage from Hurricane Isabel in 2003 and remnants of Hurricane Camille in 1969 brought catastrophic flooding to western portions of the state. Other major events impacting Virginia include Hurricane Matthew in 2016 and Hurricane Florence in 2018, which contributed to substantial rainfall and flooding in some regions. Therefore, when a hurricane threatens the Virginia coast, residents of Clifton Forge should be prepared for potential impacts from intense rainfall, high winds, and subsequent flooding.






This page shows the hurricane evacuation zone for Clifton Forge, 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 Clifton Forge, 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.