Despite its inland location, Dinwiddie, Virginia, could see considerable effects should a hurricane hit the area, especially if the hurricane is of a high category or carries large amounts of precipitation. The region is largely flat with an average elevation of only around 270 feet, which could elevate the risk of flooding, especially along rivers and creeyks. Hurricane-induced torrential rains could lead to significant flooding, causing widespread property damage and major disruptions to infrastructure, including roads and utilities. The county is partially drained by the Nottoway and Appomattox rivers, which could expand rapidly with hurricane-induced rain and lead to damaging riverine flooding. Historically, Dinwiddie has not been immune to the impacts of major storms and hurricanes. In 2003, Hurricane Isabel caused significant damage in the region with strong winds and flooding. In 2018, the remnants of Hurricane Florence dumped substantial rain on the region, but the damage was relatively mild. Additionally, due to its location on the south-central part of Virginia, Dinwiddie could experience high wind threats, heavy rainfall, and even potential tornadoes spun off from a hurricane's outer bands. The vulnerability to hurricanes increases when the hurricane path tracks west of the locality, putting Dinwiddie in the right-front quadrant where the strongest winds are typically found. Therefore, despite its inland position, Dinwiddie’s topography and history with floods create a scenario where hurricane threats deserve serious attention and caution.