Spring Hill, Florida, despite being a few miles inland from the Gulf Coast, is in a region that bears a significant hurricane risk. Its relatively low elevation, with most of it residing at or below 50 feet above sea level, makes it prone to potential storm surge flooding, especially if the hurricane is powerful enough to push coastal waters inland. Spring Hill's many bodies of water, including dozens of lakes and the Weeki Wachee River, could also contribute to local flooding during heavy rainfall associated with a hurricane.

Historically, Spring Hill, and Hernando County broadly, has been affected by several tropical systems in the last 30 years. The most significant in recent memory was perhaps Hurricane Irma in 2017, which resulted in massive power outages, property damage, and flooding across the region. Similarly, Hurricane Hermine in 2016 led to significant damage and flooding in Spring Hill and the surrounding areas. The town has also seen extensive impacts from both Tropical Storm Debby in 2012 and the devastating 2004 hurricane season. These historical events stress the necessity for preparedness given Spring Hill's vulnerability to both high wind events and flood risks from hurricanes and tropical storms.