Are you a flood survivor? Your story could be featured in a statewide panel Stories to be featured during Virginia Flood Awareness Week in March Tags: We’re no stranger to heavy rain and flooding in Southwest and Central Virginia. Some of the big events that come to mind include the Flood of ‘85, the remnants of Hurricane Michael in 2018 and the flooding of the Roanoke River in May 2020. Flooding is the most common and costly natural hazard, according to the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation. The department is asking flood survivors across the state to share their flood survival stories to help raise awareness.