New Market, Virginia, located quite a distance away from the coast and at an elevation near 280 meters, is somewhat insulated from the direct impact of hurricanes. Traditional threats such as storm surge and high winds are a lesser concern here, but it's important to bear in mind that hurricanes can trigger severe weather patterns, including torrential rain and inland flooding, over a wide area. Flash flooding around creek areas and water run-off issues on hilly terrains, especially when coupled with the region's typical clayey soils, could pose serious risks. Historically, tropical remnants have resulted in significant rainfall across the region, leading to flooding. For instance, remnants of Hurricane Fran in 1996 and Hurricane Isabel in 2003 brought extensive precipitation. Neither of these penetrated as far inland as New Market, but they illustrate the risk from such systems. The 1996 flood from Fran's remnants was one of the worst floods in Virginia's history. So, while it sits further inland, New Market is not immune to the impacts of hurricanes and their remnants, especially in the form of floods resulting from excessive rainfall. Residents should still heed hurricane advisories and be cognizant of local river levels and the potential for flash flooding.