Crooked Lake Park, situated in Florida, is not a coastal town but its distance from the coast does not negate the threat of hurricanes completely. Although the town is somewhat shielded by its inland location, strong and large enough hurricanes can still bring substantial wind damage, heavy rain, and significant storm surges up the Kissimmee River, which can lead to flooding. The town's relatively low elevation could exacerbate the flooding problem. Local infrastructure such as roads, buildings, and power lines could also face significant damages from hurricanes, causing a disruption of services. During hurricanes, trees and other debris can be uprooted, posing a risk to property and lives. In regards to historical flood risk, the area has experienced several notable hurricanes over the past 30 years. For instance, hurricanes Frances and Jeanne in 2004, along with hurricane Irma in 2017, affected not just the coastal regions but also the inland areas such as Crooked Lake Park. Though the town is located well inland, these events showed that hurricanes could still impact regions far from the coast. Hurricane Charley in 2004 also caused a significant amount of damage to the state of Florida, including inland areas, and serves as a reminder that hurricane threats should not be taken lightly.