Kilmarnock, Virginia, being located about 10 miles inland from the Chesapeake Bay and at a low elevation, is at a considerable risk for flooding during hurricane events primarily due to storm surge and heavy rainfall. The town's proximity to the bay means that even tropical cyclones making landfall hundreds of miles away could still generate a significant storm surge in Chesapeake Bay, which could then propagate into the local rivers and produce coastal flooding in Kilmarnock. Moreover, the area's relatively flat topography and low elevation also enhances its susceptibilities to freshwater flooding from prolonged and intense rainfall, which is a common feature of landfalling hurricanes. Over the past 30 years, Kilmarnock has seen a few major hurricane impacts, most notably from Hurricane Isabel in 2003 and Irene in 2011. Hurricane Isabel caused extensive wind and water damage in Kilmarnock and the surrounding areas, with several buildings experiencing flood damage. Similarly, Hurricane Irene also resulted in significant rainfall and wind damage across the region as well as power outages. These events underscore the diverse ways that hurricanes can potentially impact residents in Kilmarnock including the associated threats of flooding, wind damage, and power outages. Residents need to remain aware of potential evacuation orders, particularly for larger and slow-moving storm systems where the risks of both storm surge and inland rainfall-related flooding are most pronounced.