Pungoteague, Virginia's coastal proximity makes it particularly vulnerable to hurricane threats. As the community is located only 6.2 miles inland from the Chesapeake Bay, there can be a direct impact from hurricanes making landfall. The primary concerns during a hurricane in this area will be heavy rainfall leading to flooding, storm surge from the Bay, and high winds. Pungoteague doesn't have a high elevation, its average altitude is only 16 feet which can strengthen the flood risk, especially during storm surges. Those residing near local streams and rivers need to be especially cognizant of the threat for flash flooding. Historically, major hurricanes like the hurricane Isabel in 2003 and hurricane Sandy in 2012 have had significant impact in this area. These storms brought severe flooding and wind damage. Also, remnants from multiple other hurricanes and tropical storms, like Ernesto in 2006, have caused torrential rainfall and subsequent flooding in this region. Therefore, Pungoteague residents should always have a comprehensive plan in place and heed official evacuation orders for hurricane threats.