Camptown, Virginia, could face several potential impacts from a hurricane given its coastal proximity, elevation, and previous flooding record. This small community is located approximately 50 miles west of the Chesapeake Bay, making it susceptible to the strong winds and heavy rainfall of a hurricane, especially if the hurricane has a substantial westward component or continues on a path inland post-landfall. Furthermore, with Camptown's relatively low elevation, heavy precipitation from a hurricane could result in flooding, which could be exacerbated by rising groundwater levels if the surrounding soil becomes saturated. Over the past 30 years, Camptown, like many areas in Virginia, has suffered the consequences of multiple hurricanes and heavy rainfall events. One notable example is Hurricane Isabel in 2003 which moved inland bringing winds, rain, and causing wide-spread power outages. Other significant weather events include Hurricane Floyd in 1999 which, even though its center of circulation did not come extremely close to Virginia, it brought heavy rains leading to serious flood damage. Given these past events and the town's geographical situation, it is crucial that local officials and residents maintain an updated and effective hurricane response plan, with particular attention given to potential flood mitigation.