Nathalie, Virginia, while not directly on the coastline, can still experience significant impacts from a tropical system. Being located about 150 miles inland, the primary threats from a hurricane or tropical storm for this town typically include hefty rainfall that can lead to flash flooding and strong, gusty winds that can down trees and power lines leading to widespread power outages. The town's relatively low elevation (approx. 570 feet above sea level) does little to mitigate the flood risk, especially along bodies of water like Little Falling River. Regardless of its inland position, the community still needs to prepare for these potential impacts. Looking at the history, there have been various significant weather events that have impacted Nathalie and surrounding areas. Notably, Hurricane Fran in 1996 and Isabelle in 2003 both caused severe damage to Virginia, including the Nathalie area, due to heavy rains, strong winds, and consequential flooding. Nathalie has also experienced significant feeder band rain events in the wake of passing tropical storms, bringing several inches of rain and causing local-level flooding issues. Overall, while Nathalie is less exposed to the most cataclysmic effects of coastal hurricanes, its vulnerability to heavy rain and subsequent flooding calls for rigorous preparedness measures during hurricane season.