Laurel Park, Virginia, while not directly on the coast, does face the risk of impacts from hurricanes, especially from the resulting flood threats. The town's primary danger from hurricanes is heavy rainfall that can lead to inland flooding. Given that the town is at a slightly lower elevation, and falls under a region with some history of flooding, these risks must be considered seriously. It is also essential to take into consideration wind damage, power outages, and minor property destruction as secondary threats associated with a passing or nearby hurricane. Historically, the area has seen some significant flood events related to tropical systems. The most impactful in recent decades was Hurricane Fran in 1996, which caused torrential rainfall leading to severe flooding across Virginia, including Laurel Park. Later, in 2004, remnants of Hurricane Ivan brought excessive rainfall, impacting Laurel Park with flood activity. Over the past 30 years, numerous tropical storm remnants have passed near the town causing various levels of flooding and related damage. The occupants need to be prepared beforehand for such eventualities, including having high-quality flood insurance, given the significantly higher risk in the region.