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Hurricane Preparedness

Hurricane Season in the Mid-Atlantic region stretches from June 1st to November 30th, with the peak of the season for Virginia being August through October. Hurricanes may bring high winds, heavy rains and flooding.




Intellicast Hurricane Watch

Is it a watch or a warning?
A hurricane watch means there is a threat of hurricane conditions within the next 24-36 hours.
A hurricane warning means hurricane conditions are expected in less than 24 hours.
It is important to know the difference between a watch and a warning 
so that you will have enough time to prepare.







Before the storm, Take precautions at home.
  • Close and board up windows
  • Remove outside antennas
  • Bring in lawn furniture, toys, tools and garbage cans. Tie down anything that can't be brought in.
  • Trim dead tree branches
  • Turn off propane tanks
  • Make sure your emergency kit is stocked and prepared.
  • Know the Hurricane Safety Rules

Monitor the storm and be ready to evacuate, if needed.
  • Know safe routes inland
  • Be ready to drive inland 20-50 miles or more.
  • Leave yourself plenty of time. Traffic on evacuation routes may be backed up
  • Find the Virginia Evacuation Guide here; featuring information on evacuation routes, reverse traffic on Interstate 64 and Public Shelter information

Hurricane Season 2011
Subpages (2): Hurricane Irene Hurricane Safety Rules

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