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30.72°N -87.32°W
Molino, Florida
Escambia Co.
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- 03Build a 3-day go-kitWater, meds, documents, chargers, cash. Keep it by your bedroom door.
- 04Verify on the official mapBoundaries can change between seasons. The state map is always the final word.
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About Molino.
Molino, Florida, despite being located approximately 20 miles from the Gulf Coast, is not exempt from the risks associated with hurricanes. The town's relative distance from the coast marginally reduces the risk of direct sea storm surge, however, the outcomes of heavy rain, powerful wind gusts, and potential tornadoes spun off from a hurricane still pose notable threats. Molino's elevation, which averages around 131ft, can work to its advantage from a flooding perspective, but the extent of hurricane-induced rainfall significantly influences flood risks. Indeed, flash flooding can occur with substantial rain, especially if the ground is already saturated.
Looking back at the hurricane history of the region surrounding Molino, several severe storms stand out over the past 30 years. Hurricane Erin in 1995, Ivan in 2004, and most recently Sally in 2020, have significantly impacted the area, with flooding and wind damage being the most common issues. Hurricane Ivan was especially destructive, as it produced over 100 tornadoes throughout the region while also causing extensive flooding and wind damage. As such, residents of Molino should take weather advisories seriously, having a well-planned hurricane preparedness strategy in place before the peak hurricane season from June through November.
Molino, Florida, despite being located approximately 20 miles from the Gulf Coast, is not exempt from the risks associated with hurricanes. The town's relative distance from the coast marginally reduces the risk of direct sea storm surge, however, the outcomes of heavy rain, powerful wind gusts, and potential tornadoes spun off from a hurricane still pose notable threats. Molino's elevation, which averages around 131ft, can work to its advantage from a flooding perspective, but the extent of hurricane-induced rainfall significantly influences flood risks. Indeed, flash flooding can occur with substantial rain, especially if the ground is already saturated. Looking back at the hurricane history of the region surrounding Molino, several severe storms stand out over the past 30 years. Hurricane Erin in 1995, Ivan in 2004, and most recently Sally in 2020, have significantly impacted the area, with flooding and wind damage being the most common issues. Hurricane Ivan was especially destructive, as it produced over 100 tornadoes throughout the region while also causing extensive flooding and wind damage. As such, residents of Molino should take weather advisories seriously, having a well-planned hurricane preparedness strategy in place before the peak hurricane season from June through November.
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