Hampden-Sydney, Virginia, directly experiences the effects of hurricanes less frequently than coastal Virginia towns due to its inland location; however, the area can still receive significant impact from the remnants of hurricanes, including torrential rainfall, damaging winds, and the possibility of tornadoes. Despite the town's somewhat higher elevation compared to coastal areas, the region's moderate slope and numerous nearby water bodies, such as Briery Creek and the Sandy River, pose an increased risk of flooding during these heavy rainfall events. This risk could be amplified, particularly if the ground is already saturated from previous rainfall and the area's runoff capacity is therefore reduced. In terms of historical impacts, Tropical Storm Michael in 2018 produced significant rainfall in the area resulting in flooding. Also, Hurricane Fran in 1996 caused extensive flooding and wind damage. More notably, remnants of Hurricane Camille in 1969 caused catastrophic flash flooding and landslides throughout central Virginia, including Hampden-Sydney, leading to loss of life and property damage. Although these events are somewhat rare, they demonstrate the potential for hazardous weather conditions in Hampden-Sydney due to hurricanes, especially those that stall or move slowly over the region, producing prolonged periods of heavy rainfall.