Prince George storm history
Storm events recorded in Prince George, Virginia between 1950 and 2025.
409
Total events
9
Tornadoes
40
Hail
51
Floods
1
Deaths
$11.3M
Property damage
Most significant events
Strongest tornadoes, deadliest events, and biggest damage in this county. Up to 50 shown.
Tropical storm force winds knocked down several trees and power lines, as well as caused some structural damage. In addition, heavy rains contributed to significant crop damage. Storm total rainfall generally ranged from six to nine inches.
Coastal Flood Coastal Flood
Strong northeast winds between coastal low pressure offshore and high pressure over eastern Canada resulted in an extended period of coastal flooding. The gauge at Scotland Ferry on the James River recorded moderate coastal flooding of 4.91 ft MLLW 4:12 PM EDT on October 28th.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were reported to have fallen down around Disputanta.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
A heatwave impacted Prince George County on July 27. Heat indices reached 110-115 degrees with high temperatures in the mid to upper 90s and dew points in the upper 70s to around 80 degrees.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
High water was reported across Baxter Road, resulting in a road closure.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
High water was reported on Oaklawn Boulevard at the Petersburg line.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Reports of high water at Prince George Drive at Pine Ridge.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
High water was reported on the 10000 block of Walton Lake Road.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
High water was reported on the 8000 block of Robin Road.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
High water was reported along W Quaker Road.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
High water was reported along Baxter Road.
Flood Flood
An NWS employee reported around 5 inches of water flowing over County Drive.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Harrison Creek at East Washington Street crested at 7.98 feet, inundating the road.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Flooding was reported at the Prince George ER and adjacent Temple Avenue.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The 911 call center reported a tree down along I-95 Northbound near mile marker 35. VDOT reported the tree down at mile marker 35.2.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Water was reported over Ruffin Road.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
There was a flooding report on mPING near the I-95 on-ramp.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
A prolonged heatwave impacted Prince George County, including the cities of Hopewell and Petersburg over the course of three days from June 23 to 25. Each day, heat indices reached 105 to 115 degrees with most areas peaking around 110 degrees. Daily high temperatures in the upper…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree fell on Flower Dew Hundred Rd.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree fell on Chester Dr.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree fell at the intersection of Lebanon Rd and Cedar Ln.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree fell near the intersection of Willow Hill Rd and Upper Brandon Rd.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree fell on Rowanty Rd.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree fell on Carson Ruritan Rd.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree fell on James River Dr near Pole Run Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree fell on Courthouse Rd.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree fell on US 460 near Queens St.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree fell on Walton Lake Rd.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Several large tree branches fell and damaged a fence.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
High water was reported near Wards Creek Road and Highway 10.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
VDOT reported that a tree blew over and blocked the roadway on VA Route 638.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
VDOT reported trees knocked down along Templeton Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A large tree was knocked down along Hair Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A large tree was knocked down at the intersection of Loving Union Road and Hair Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
An NWS employee reported a tree knocked down due to the storm.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
VDOT reported that Route 10 was closed in eastern Prince George County west of Cabin Point Road due to high water.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
An mPING report indicated flooding in Prince George County. The report read street flooding; street/road closed; vehicle stranded.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
An mPING report indicated street flooding near Tavern Road.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
VDOT reported flooding on Route 613 at Webb Road with water over the roadway.
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
A mesonet station 1 mile (ESE) from Disputanta measured 4.62 inches of rain on March 16.
Flood Flood
Flooding was reported on mPING 1 mile (SE) from Reams. The report stated river/creek overflowing; cropland/yard/basement flooding.
Heavy Snow Heavy Snow
Snowfall ranged from 3 to 5 inches across the county. A NWS employee measured 4.6 inches of snow 2 SSE of Templeton, VA.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snowfall ranged from 3 to nearly 6 inches across Prince George county. A trained spotter measured 4.5 inches of snow 1 ENE of Prince George Virginia.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Ditches were overflowing and Courthouse Road was flooded in spots just west of Prince George.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Street flooding was reported on Temple Avenue just east of Southpark Mall.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Standing water was reported on Route 603 in the vicinity of Baxter Ridge Drive.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Standing water was reported on Route 635 in the vicinity of Old Stage Road. Portion of the road was closed due to high water.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Standing water was reported on Route 628 in the vicinity of Birdsong Road.
Events by year
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 42 | 0 |
| 2024 | 18 | 0 |
| 2023 | 10 | 0 |
| 2022 | 12 | 0 |
| 2021 | 33 | 0 |
| 2020 | 17 | 0 |
| 2019 | 8 | 1 |
| 2018 | 13 | 0 |
| 2017 | 9 | 0 |
| 2016 | 20 | 0 |
| 2015 | 12 | 0 |
| 2014 | 18 | 1 |
| 2013 | 8 | 0 |
| 2012 | 16 | 0 |
| 2011 | 11 | 0 |
| 2010 | 18 | 0 |
| 2009 | 9 | 0 |
| 2008 | 16 | 1 |
| 2007 | 7 | 0 |
| 2006 | 8 | 0 |
| 2005 | 7 | 0 |
| 2004 | 10 | 1 |
| 2003 | 11 | 0 |
| 2002 | 5 | 1 |
| 2001 | 4 | 0 |
| 2000 | 9 | 0 |
| 1999 | 4 | 0 |
| 1998 | 6 | 0 |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | 15 | 0 |
| 1995 | 2 | 0 |
| 1990 | 8 | 0 |
| 1989 | 7 | 0 |
| 1988 | 1 | 0 |
| 1986 | 3 | 2 |
| 1983 | 1 | 0 |
| 1980 | 1 | 1 |
| 1976 | 2 | 0 |
| 1970 | 1 | 0 |
| 1969 | 2 | 1 |
| 1961 | 1 | 0 |
| 1956 | 2 | 0 |
| 1955 | 1 | 0 |