Waynesboro Virginia sits at the eastern foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains on the South River — a Shenandoah River tributary with significant flooding history. The city hosts the DuPont Waynesboro facility, which was one of the major sources of PFAS contamination in the South River affecting downstream drinking water supplies for decades. Waynesboro serves as a gateway to the Blue Ridge Parkway and Shenandoah National Park. Winter storms moving over the mountains can dump significant snow on the city.
// 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 | Flooding / Winter Storm / Industrial |
| FEMA Flood Zone | — |
| County FEMA Declarations | — |
| Last Major Event | — |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 540-942-6600 |
| Elevation | 1340 ft above sea level |