Bastian, Virginia, situated far inland, is relatively insulated from the most extreme immediate effects of hurricanes like storm surges and extreme wind damage typically seen in coastal regions. However, its position and elevations, west of the Blue Ridge Mountains and along the Appalachian range, mean that it can be susceptible to significant rainfall and resultant flooding from tropical storms and hurricane remnants moving inland. The historical flood risk in this area is moderate due to its hilly topography and varying elevation levels, coupled with the numerous streams and rivers in and around this area. Over the past 30 years, Bastian, while not directly hit by a major hurricane, has been impacted by the remnants of several tropical systems. One of the most notable was Hurricane Fran in 1996, whose remnants caused heavy rain and flooding in parts of Virginia. Likewise, in 2018, the effects of Hurricane Florence were felt in the form of overwhelming rains, causing flooding and property damage. It's also essential to note that besides heavy rain and flooding, other hurricane-related impacts can include isolated tornadoes and other severe weather events, power outages from fallen trees, and damaged infrastructure. Thus, even though Bastian is relatively far from the coast, the town still needs to prepare for these potential hurricane impacts.