Condado: Polk
Códigos Postales: 33898, 33853, 33859



Lake Wales, Florida, a pesar de estar situada aproximadamente a 50 millas tierra adentro tanto del Golfo como de las costas del Atlántico, no es inmune a los posibles impactos de los huracanes. Las amenazas a esta región se derivan del hecho de que los huracanes llevan cantidades enormes de energía y pueden viajar fácilmente grandes distancias a través de la tierra. Históricamente, los huracanes han traído efectos diversos a Lake Wales, que van desde períodos de fuertes lluvias, vientos fuertes y cortes de energía hasta casos menos comunes de inundaciones locales y fluviales, a pesar de la mayor elevación del pueblo en relación con muchas partes de Florida. Echando una mirada a los últimos 30 años, el huracán Charley en 2004 fue uno de los huracanes más significativos que afectó a Lake Wales. Causó considerable daño debido a los fuertes vientos y a la intensa lluvia, resultando en daños a las propiedades y cortes de energía. Las inundaciones generalmente no suelen ser una preocupación predominante para Lake Wales debido a su elevación y distancia de la costa; sin embargo, huracanes como Irma en 2017 mostraron que las lluvias torrenciales pueden llevar a que los lagos, arroyos y sistemas de drenaje en el área se desborden, causando daños por inundaciones. La infraestructura del pueblo, especialmente la red eléctrica, las redes de transporte y la vivienda en áreas densas de árboles, deben ser lo suficientemente resistentes para enfrentar los impactos de los huracanes. Por lo tanto, los residentes de la ciudad todavía deben tomar en serio las advertencias de huracanes y hacer los preparativos adecuados.






This page shows the hurricane evacuation zone for Lake Wales, Florida, based on official state and local data. Your evacuation zone indicates your area’s risk from storm surge and flooding during a hurricane or tropical storm. When officials issue evacuation orders, they often do so by zone (e.g., Zone A, Zone B), so knowing your zone helps you understand when and whether you may need to evacuate. Always confirm with the official state or county evacuation zone map linked above, as boundaries can be updated.
To see evacuation zones for other cities and towns in your state, visit our hurricane evacuation zones in FL page and choose a different town. For a full list of states we cover, see hurricane evacuation zones by state. You can also use our hurricane evacuation zone by ZIP code lookup to quickly find your zone by ZIP code.
Storm surge—water driven ashore by a hurricane—is one of the greatest threats to life and property in coastal and low-lying areas. Evacuation zones are drawn using elevation, historical surge data, and flood models so that the most vulnerable areas are identified in advance. If you are in a higher-risk zone, having an evacuation plan and a go-kit ready can save critical time when an order is issued. This hurricane evacuation zone lookup gives you a clear starting point so you can plan ahead and stay informed.
Hurricane preparedness goes beyond knowing your zone. It includes having an evacuation route, a family communication plan, emergency supplies (water, food, medications, important documents), and a plan for pets. The hurricane supplies list on this page is a good basis for a go-kit. We also recommend signing up for local emergency alerts and following your state and county emergency management offices for the latest evacuation zone information and orders.
The primary evacuation zone shown at the top of this page is derived from the same type of data that state and local emergency managers use. The map on this site helps you see where Lake Wales, Florida sits in relation to zone boundaries. For the most authoritative and up-to-date boundaries, use the official “know your zone” or evacuation zone map link provided above; we link to it so you can verify your zone before and during hurricane season.
If you need to look up another address or town, return to our state evacuation zone page for FL to choose a different city or town, or go to our main hurricane evacuation zones by state page to switch states. Our ZIP code evacuation zone lookup is another way to quickly find hurricane evacuation zone information by ZIP code across the regions we support.
When a hurricane or tropical storm threatens, follow the guidance of your local emergency management office and the National Weather Service. Evacuation orders are issued based on the specific storm track and intensity, so your zone is a guide—not a substitute for official instructions. By using this site to find your evacuation zone and prepare in advance, you give yourself and your family a better chance of staying safe when the next storm approaches.