Condado: Hillsborough
Códigos Postales: 33592, 33584



Thonotosassa, Florida, se encuentra en el condado de Hillsborough, a unas 20 millas tierra adentro desde la costa del Golfo. Aunque esta distancia de la costa puede ofrecer cierta protección ante el impacto inmediato de las marejadas ciclónicas, la ciudad sigue siendo susceptible a fuertes vientos y excesivas lluvias provocadas por los huracanes que avanzan hacia el interior. La ubicación no parece estar en riesgo particular desde el punto de vista de problemas relacionados con la elevación, ya que varía desde 20 hasta 50 pies por encima del nivel del mar. Sin embargo, la región tiene una historia de notables riesgos de inundación, particularmente durante eventos de fuertes lluvias, ya que la topografía relativamente plana puede hacer que el agua se acumule y no drene tan rápidamente. Los casos de inundaciones repentinas durante eventos de tormentas significativas podrían representar amenazas para la infraestructura de Thonotosassa, los residentes y la fauna local. Históricamente, numerosos huracanes y grandes tormentas han afectado esta área en las últimas décadas. El paso del huracán Elena en 1985 y el huracán Irma en 2017, a pesar de que sus trayectorias fueron algo distantes, trajeron vientos feroces y lluvias torrenciales al área, causando inundaciones limitadas pero daños significativos debido a la caída de árboles y cortes de energía. Además, estos impactos de huracán no fueron casos aislados, ya que las bandas de lluvia intensa de los sistemas tropicales a menudo causan inundaciones localizadas repentinas. Adicionalmente, Thonotosassa se encuentra cerca del río Hillsborough, que también puede contribuir a las inundaciones en la ciudad durante eventos de fuertes lluvias, especialmente si coinciden con períodos de marea alta. Siempre que se aproxima una tormenta, los residentes deben estar preparados para evacuar si es necesario y tomar medidas para asegurar sus propiedades.






This page shows the hurricane evacuation zone for Thonotosassa, 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 Thonotosassa, 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.