Cave Spring, Virginia, though relatively inland and at a higher elevation, is not entirely immune to the potential risks brought about by hurricanes. Even though it does not often directly face the brunt of tropical storms, the residual impact such as intense rainfall can be substantial and pose a threat. Based on its geographic location, the primary concern is not the coastal storm surge that is characteristic of hurricanes but riverine and flash flooding caused by torrential rains. Looking back over the past three decades, we find that Cave Spring experienced significant flooding during hurricane Fran in 1996 and remnants of Camille in 1969. Another notable event was when remnants of Hurricane Isabel in 2003 caused significant precipitation in southwestern Virginia, leading to flash flooding in the area. However, given its distance from the coastline and the typical path of Atlantic hurricanes, Cave Spring is usually shielded from the most severe storm impacts. Still, residents must remain vigilant, as heavy rainfall from any future hurricane could trigger floods, potentially causing damage to properties and posing risks to life.