Scottsburg, Virginia, while not located directly along the coast, is still susceptible to potential hurricane threats due to its position within a 150-mile radius from the coast. Its low elevation and proximity to the Banister River exacerbate the possibility of flooding events, especially from tropical cyclones that may stall or slowly move across the region. The town's inland location makes it less vulnerable to the immediate storm surge associated with landfalling hurricanes, but heavy precipitation events associated with these systems can still pose a significant flood risk, particularly if the ground is already saturated from prior rains. A notable hurricane that impacted Scottsburg is Hurricane Fran in 1996, which resulted in heavy rainfall and flooding across central Virginia. Flooding from Hurricane Michael in 2018 also affected the region due to an extended period of extreme rainfall. These events serve as a reminder of Scottsburg's vulnerability to hurricane threats and the importance of preparedness for such natural disasters. Hence, both the local government and residents should work on robust evacuation and disaster response plans, flood resistance measures for homes, and should be vigilant about weather alerts during hurricane season.