Hawthorne, Florida, located approximately 85 miles from the Atlantic Coast and about 65 miles from the Gulf Coast, is not completely immune from the threats posed by hurricanes to the coastal regions. Despite the distance, the primary threats from hurricanes in Hawthorne would be high-speed wind gusts, which could damage structures, power lines, and trees, and heavy rainfall, which could potentially cause flash flooding or river flooding. The town is at a relatively low elevation, with most regions less than 100 feet above sea level, which increases the risk of flooding during heavy rains. Although Hawthorne is inland, storm surge from coastal hurricanes can travel up rivers and cause flooding. Over the past three decades, Hawthorne has seen several significant weather events, including major hurricanes and tropical storms. The most impactful was Hurricane Irma in 2017, a Category 4 hurricane that caused widespread power outages and flooding in Hawthorne. Apart from this, flooding has also been caused by heavy rainfall from tropical storms and depressions, such as the event in 2008 associated with Tropical Storm Fay. More indirect impacts from hurricanes include the aftermath of Hurricane Michael in 2018, which did not directly hit Hawthorne but caused heavy rainfall leading to flooding. Although the actual risk of storm surge is minor in Hawthorne, rainfall-induced flooding remains a significant concern.