Moderate Risk Virginia  ·  Hurricane / Storm Surge

Suffolk City VA

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
92
Area
400
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Hurricane / Storm Surge
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Suffolk City VA in Virginia faces hurricane / storm surge risk across its 400 square mile area. Suffolk faces hurricane flooding and is home to major Planters peanut processing. Suffolk City VA 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 6 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Hurricane / Storm Surge
Secondary Hazard Tornado
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event Dorian 2019
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (757) 514-4000
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Suffolk City VA
State Virginia (VA)
Population 92
Area 400 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Suffolk VA

// Cities in This County

// Other Virginia Counties