Low Risk Virginia  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Buckingham County VA

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LAST UPDATED: Mar 2026

4/ 10
Threat Score
Population
17
Area
582
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
5
federally declared

Buckingham County VA in Virginia faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 582 square mile area. Buckingham serves this rural central Virginia county along the James River. Buckingham serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// Preparedness Recommendations

  • Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
  • Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
  • Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
  • Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.

// Recommended Supplies

Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 4 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 5
Last Major Event 2018 Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (434) 969-4242
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Buckingham County VA
State Virginia (VA)
Population 17
Area 582 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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