Moderate Risk West Virginia  ·  Flash Flood / Winter Storm

Lewisburg WV

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  WEST VIRGINIA

5 / 10
Threat Score
Population
4125
Elevation
2300
feet above sea level
Primary Hazard
Flash Flood / Winter Storm
County FEMA Disasters
8
federally declared

Lewisburg is a historic city in the Greenbrier Valley of southeastern West Virginia, notable as the site of the former Greenbrier Resort bunker — a Cold War-era government continuity facility built to house Congress during nuclear war. Flash flooding in mountain valleys and severe winter storms are the primary modern hazards. The Greenbrier River experienced catastrophic flooding in 2016 that devastated the broader county.

// 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 Score5 / 10   Moderate
Primary HazardFlash Flood / Winter Storm
FEMA Flood ZoneModerate
County FEMA Declarations8
Last Major Event2016 Catastrophic Flooding

// Emergency Information

Emergency Phone 304-645-2080
Evacuation RoutesState and US highways
Elevation2300 ft above sea level

// County Risk Profile

Greenbrier County WV
West Virginia · Flash Flooding / Winter Storm
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7/10
Moderate Risk