Though Mount Jackson, Virginia is relatively distant from the coast and at a somewhat elevated position, it is not immune to hurricane threats. The town, located in the Shenandoah Valley in the northwestern part of Virginia, can typically see indirect effects from tropical systems moving up the east coast or coming inland from the Gulf of Mexico. Despite its positioning, the city can experience heavy precipitation leading to flash flooding, especially in lower-lying areas near bodies of water, such as the North Fork Shenandoah River. Some level of wind damage cannot be ruled out either, specifically fallen trees or power lines. A combination of saturated ground and strong wind can result in tree uprooting. Historically, remnants of major hurricanes such as Isabel in 2003 have impacted the area, causing significant rainfall, flooding, and power outages. More recently, the remnants of Hurricane Michael in 2018 brought heavy rain to the area. It is also worth noting that while heavy rainfall and flooding are the primary threats, on occasion, tornadoes can also be a risk factor with land falling tropical systems. Therefore, although the town does not face a direct hurricane landfall threat, residents should still take warnings and forecasts seriously, considering the potential impacts related to intense rainfall, wind, and occasionally, tornadoes.