Staunton Virginia sits in the Shenandoah Valley and is a historic city that hosts the American Shakespeare Center and serves as a regional hub for Augusta County. The city experienced catastrophic flooding from the remnants of Hurricane Camille in 1969 that killed 153 people in the adjacent mountains — one of the deadliest weather disasters in Virginia history. While modern flood control has improved, the terrain surrounding Staunton remains vulnerable to extreme rainfall events from tropical systems.
// 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 | Winter Storm / Flooding / Industrial |
| FEMA Flood Zone | — |
| County FEMA Declarations | — |
| Last Major Event | — |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 540-332-3900 |
| Elevation | 1690 ft above sea level |