County: Pasco
ZIP Codes: 33523, 33537



Lacoochee, Florida is located inland and is approximately 40 miles from the Gulf coast and 60 miles from the Atlantic coast. Due to its relative distance from the coastal regions, this town might not be in immediate danger from storm surges, a primary threat of hurricanes. However, Lacoochee has a low elevation with a significant portion of the town near or below sea level, which makes it prone to flooding caused by hurricane-induced heavy rainfall. Furthermore, high-speed hurricane winds could damage buildings, trees, and power lines which could result in power outages, property destruction, and potential injury to residents. In terms of historical impacts, the town hasn't been directly hit by a major hurricane in the past 30 years, though it has felt effects from notable hurricanes passing nearby. Hurricane Irma, in 2017, resulted in substantial rain and wind damage in the area. The hurricane resulted in power outages and fallen debris, but most notably, it contributed to flooding due to excessive rain, given the town's low-lying areas and poor drainage system. Other hurricanes such as Charley in 2004, and Francis and Jeanne in the same year, also brought impactful weather conditions to the region. Therefore, Lacoochee residents need to prepare for potential flooding and high-speed wind threats associated with hurricanes, even if the town's location mitigates direct storm surge impacts.






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