Low Risk Virginia  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

King and Queen County VA

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LAST UPDATED: Mar 2026

4/ 10
Threat Score
Population
7
Area
316
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
5
federally declared

King and Queen County VA in Virginia faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 316 square mile area. King and Queen Court House serves this small rural Tidewater county. King and Queen serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// 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 Score 4 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 5
Last Major Event 2019 Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (804) 785-5975
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County King and Queen County VA
State Virginia (VA)
Population 7
Area 316 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Other Virginia Counties