We could not determine the exact evacuation zone for Palm Beach Shores, Florida. Use the official evacuation zone map linked above to verify your current zone.
Address resolved · 26.78°N -80.04°W
Your zone in
Palm Beach Shores,FL
We couldn't pin a zone to this exact address. Check the official state map below to confirm.
Primary zoneTier · Surge
?
Verify on the
official map
official map
FIG. 01
§ 01
The map.
Loading…
26.78°N -80.04°W
Palm Beach Shores, Florida
Palm Beach Co.
What this means for you.
Always check the State of Florida's Know Your Zone Map for the latest evacuation zone information.
- 01Sign up for local alertsYour county's emergency notification service. Free, takes 90 seconds.
- 02Pre-pick a destinationFriend, family, hotel, or pet-friendly Red Cross shelter inland. Avoid deciding last-minute.
- 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.
§ 02
About Palm Beach Shores.
Palm Beach Shores, Florida is uniquely vulnerable to hurricane threats due to its geographical location. Situated directly on the coastline with a relatively low elevation, this community is inherently prone to storm surges and coastal flooding. The town’s proximity to the Gulf Stream also increases the chances of experiencing high-intensity storms due to the warm ocean current that can rapidly intensify passing cyclones. Furthermore, the area is susceptible to damage caused by strong winds and heavy rainfall. However, Palm Beach Shores has good evacuation routes which aid during hurricane threats.
Historically, the town has experienced several significant hurricane impacts over the past 30 years. Hurricanes Andrew (1992), Wilma (2005) and Irma (2017) have all dealt significant damage to the area. Notably, Wilma and Irma both caused widespread power outages, flood damage, and destroyed property. There are inherent risks during each hurricane season, and residents of Palm Beach Shores should regularly monitor forecasts, especially during the peak season (June 1-November 30), and heed any evacuation orders, prepare for possible power outages, and secure their properties against potential wind and flood damage.
Palm Beach Shores, Florida is uniquely vulnerable to hurricane threats due to its geographical location. Situated directly on the coastline with a relatively low elevation, this community is inherently prone to storm surges and coastal flooding. The town’s proximity to the Gulf Stream also increases the chances of experiencing high-intensity storms due to the warm ocean current that can rapidly intensify passing cyclones. Furthermore, the area is susceptible to damage caused by strong winds and heavy rainfall. However, Palm Beach Shores has good evacuation routes which aid during hurricane threats. Historically, the town has experienced several significant hurricane impacts over the past 30 years. Hurricanes Andrew (1992), Wilma (2005) and Irma (2017) have all dealt significant damage to the area. Notably, Wilma and Irma both caused widespread power outages, flood damage, and destroyed property. There are inherent risks during each hurricane season, and residents of Palm Beach Shores should regularly monitor forecasts, especially during the peak season (June 1-November 30), and heed any evacuation orders, prepare for possible power outages, and secure their properties against potential wind and flood damage.
§ 03
