Condado: St. Johns
Códigos Postales: 32082



Sawgrass, Florida, ubicada en la costa en la parte noreste del estado, normalmente experimenta un alto riesgo de huracanes y tormentas tropicales debido a su posicionamiento geográfico. Con una elevación mínima sobre el nivel del mar, el área es propensa a inundaciones por marejadas y lluvias, especialmente durante eventos meteorológicos significativos. La proximidad al Océano Atlántico significa que los huracanes que llegan desde la región del Caribe representan una amenaza sustancial. Debido a su ubicación costera, los residentes de Sawgrass no solo deben considerar el impacto inmediato de los fuertes vientos e inundaciones, sino también las amenazas secundarias como la erosión de las playas y los daños en tierra debido a la marejada. En términos de impactos históricos de tormentas, el Huracán Matthew en 2016 tuvo un efecto significativo en Sawgrass, con inundaciones costeras significativas y vientos extremos que causaron daños a propiedades. El golpe casi directo de la tormenta provocó evacuaciones masivas. Además, aunque no fue tan significativo en términos de impacto, el Huracán Dorian en 2019 causó daños menores por viento y breves cortes de energía, mientras que su lento paso elevó las preocupaciones sobre posibles inundaciones a pesar de su distancia de la costa. Notablemente, en 1992, el Huracán Andrew causó una destrucción masiva en el sur de Florida; aunque su impacto en Sawgrass fue limitado en comparación con otras áreas, subrayó la vulnerabilidad de la ciudad a tales tormentas poderosas. Por lo tanto, dado este contexto histórico, los residentes de Sawgrass deben mantener diligencia en sus preparativos para posibles futuros huracanes y sus impactos relacionados.






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