Frederick County in the northern Shenandoah Valley surrounding Winchester faces low to moderate disaster risk. The Shenandoah River creates flooding risk. The county is part of the broader DC exurban ring with rapid growth. Winchester serves as a regional hub for the northern Shenandoah Valley. The county faces moderate winter storm risk from its higher elevation Appalachian terrain.
// 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 | 4 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Winter Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 4 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (540) 665-6300 |
| Emergency Shelters | 6 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-81 US-11 VA-7 VA-522 |
// County Profile
| County | Frederick County VA |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| Population | 89 |
| Area | 415 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
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