McGaheysville, Virginia, being about 150 miles inland from the coast, faces a lower hurricane threat compared to coastal areas; however, this doesn't make it immune to the effects of hurricanes. The Rockingham County town sits at an elevation of around 1,000 feet, which affords it some protection from storm surge, a typical issue in coastal regions. However, hurricanes can still bring heavy rainfall to McGaheysville, potentially causing flash floods, especially considering the area's proximity to the South Fork Shenandoah River. High winds, even from significantly weakened hurricanes, can cause substantial structural damage and power outages. Historically, the massive inland rainfall from tropical storms and hurricanes have caused serious flooding in Virginia, even far from the coastline. In 1985, for instance, remnants of Hurricane Juan caused significant flooding in the Shenandoah Valley. More recently, in 2003, Hurricane Isabel caused extensive damage through Virginia. While it had weakened significantly by the time it reached the Shenandoah Valley, it still brought heavy rain and high winds. No notable floods or hurricanes have directly impacted McGaheysville in the last 30 years, but climate change could potentially increase the severity of these weather events in the future. Therefore, it would always be wise for residents to stay informed and prepared during the Atlantic hurricane season.