Shipman, Virginia, although not located directly on the coastline, is approximately 160 miles inland from the Atlantic Ocean. This area experiences residual hurricane effects such as heavy rain, high-speed winds, and occasional severe weather conditions like tornadoes triggered by a more powerful storm system along the coast. However, given its elevated location atop the rolling hills of Virginia's Piedmont region, Shipman may experience mitigated flooding risks compared to towns nearer the coast or at a lower elevation. Nonetheless, this does not entirely eliminate the flood risk, particularly considering the local river systems and rainfall-dependent watershed conditions. In the historical context, Shipman has endured impacts from major storm systems like Hurricane Fran in 1996 and Hurricane Isabel in 2003. These systems brought heavy rainfall and strong winds, resulting in downed trees and power outages. The aftermath of Hurricane Fran led to significant flash flooding and structural damage in Shipman and the surrounding county, leading to a federal disaster declaration. More recently, in 2018, remnants of Hurricane Michael also led to flooding conditions in parts of Nelson County where Shipman is located. Despite Shipman's relative inland location and higher elevation, residents must remain vigilant about potential hurricane impacts, including high winds, power outages, and flash flooding, particularly during the Atlantic hurricane season from June to November.