Highland Springs, Virginia, situated approximately 110 miles from the Virginia coastline, is not directly on the path of coastal hurricanes and therefore isn’t subject to the full force of such storms. However, it can still be significantly impacted by hurricanes and tropical storms, primarily due to intense precipitation and the high winds that accompany these weather events. Costal storm surges won't directly affect Highland Springs due to its remote distance from the coast and its elevated location,which sits about 200 feet above sea level. However, heavy rainfall could potentially lead to river flooding and flash flooding in the area. Historically, hurricanes such as Hurricane Isabel (2003) and Hurricane Floyd (1999) notably affected the region with floods and extreme winds, causing infrastructure damage and power outages. Since Highland Springs is within the slightly wider hurricane track swath, it is important for residents to prepare for strong winds that can down trees and power lines, heavy rain potentially causing flash flooding, and, although less likely, possible tornado spin-offs from the main system. Therefore, residents should be advised to have a hurricane plan in place and stay informed about forecasts and potential evacuation notices.