Richmond on the James River faces moderate hurricane remnant flooding risk. Ida's remnants caused significant flooding across the Richmond region in 2021. The James River has flooded Richmond repeatedly with the 1972 Agnes flood being the most catastrophic. Richmond hosts critical state government infrastructure and as a major East Coast city receives degraded but sometimes damaging Atlantic hurricane systems that track northward through the Carolinas.
// 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 5 |
| Last Major Event | Ida 2021 |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (804) 646-5100 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-64 I-95 VA-288 US-250 |
| Elevation | 166 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.