Penhook, Virginia, despite being relatively inland as compared to coastal towns of Virginia, is not immune to the effects of hurricanes and tropical storms. While direct hits from a hurricane are less likely due to its inland location, remnants of hurricanes can still bring a significant amount of rainfall to the region, leading to flooding. Elevations in the area vary from low-lying valleys prone to flash flooding to higher elevations potentially susceptible to landslides caused by heavy rain. The Smith Mountain Lake, in close proximity to Penhook, rises during periods of substantial rain, and can exacerbate flooding. High wind speeds are also a concern, with the potential to bring down trees and power lines, causing power outages and property damage. In the past 30 years, Penhook has seen the remnants of many major hurricanes. For instance, the catastrophic floods from Hurricane Fran in 1996 and the remnants of Hurricane Ida in 2009 resulted in significant flooding in the region. Hurricane Isabel in 2003 and Hurricane Michael in 2018, while not making landfall in Virginia, also brought heavy rains and winds to the region. Isabel was particularly damaging with the wind damage in Virginia. Additionally, the town is not immune to the effects of intense local rainstorms that can cause flash flooding. Residents should prepare for hurricanes and tropical storms with the appropriate precautions and emergency plans.