Midland, Virginia, though inland, is not entirely immune to the potential impacts of hurricanes and tropical storms. Historically, remnants of coastal storms can bring heavy rainfall and strong winds to the area, causing widespread power outages, downed trees, and property damage. The town's relatively low elevation coupled with the surrounding terrain makes it susceptible to flash flooding, particularly along waterways such as Thumb Run. Combined with the potential for an already saturated ground from preceding weather patterns, this can intensify the flood risk. Reviewing weather history, it’s clear that significant hurricanes have indeed affected Midland over the last thirty years. Among the most notable is Hurricane Fran in 1996, which brought punishing rains and wind to the area, causing extensive damage. In 2003, Hurricane Isabel also had a significant impact on Midland, knocking out power and causing major flood damage due to the significant rainfall. In 2011, the remnants of Tropical Storm Lee caused widespread flooding, closing roads and causing significant damage. As climate change continues to influence weather patterns, these trends must be carefully studied as part of the town's emergency planning efforts.