Amonate, Virginia, situated approximately 300 miles from the Atlantic coast with a moderate elevation, is generally not directly in the path of most hurricanes. Hence, its risk of experiencing the brute force of a hurricane (e.g., extreme winds, storm surges) is substantially lower than coastal communities. However, this does not mean Amonate is immune to hurricane impacts altogether. Inland rains from hurricanes or tropical storms can lead to flash flooding, especially in areas with mountainous or hilly terrains. Given its location in the Appalachian region, Amonate could potentially be susceptible to such flood events. Over the past 30 years, Amonate has not been at the heart of any significant hurricane threats. However, it has experienced periods of heavy rainfall associated with remnants of hurricanes passing through the area. For instance, the remnants of Hurricane Floyd (1999), Hurricane Isabel (2003), and Hurricane Matthew (2016) brought substantial rainfall to much of Virginia, which could have indirectly affected Amonate. Thus, while the town's distance from the coast and elevation reduce its vulnerability to direct hurricane impacts, residents should still be prepared for potential flood risks resulting from excessive hurricane-induced rainfall.