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26.63°N -82.07°W
Matlacha, Florida
Lee Co.
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- 03Build a 3-day go-kitWater, meds, documents, chargers, cash. Keep it by your bedroom door.
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About Matlacha.
Matlacha, Florida, is a small island community situated on the west coast of Florida, making it an area of high vulnerability for hurricane threats given its direct exposure to the Gulf of Mexico. Its near-sea level elevation intensifies its risk to storm surges, severe flooding, sea level rise, and an increased likelihood of substantial property damage due to hurricanes and tropical storms. The lack of significant natural landscape barriers such as hill ranges adds to the town's exposure to these threats. A hurricane's impact could significantly impact transport, electricity, and the Potable Water System of this island area. Evacuation processes could be challenging due to the region's intricate bridges and small escape routes.
Over the past 30 years, Matlacha, similar to many other Gulf coastal regions, has witnessed the devastating effects of hurricanes and floods. One of the most notable was Hurricane Irma in 2017, which damaged many local homes and businesses and caused significant flooding. Furthermore, hurricanes Charley and Wilma, in 2004 and 2005 respectively, also directly impacted the area with strong winds and storm surge, causing significant damage. Although the area is not regular to extreme flooding, it has a significant risk as seen by the recorded storm surge levels and historical hurricane impacts. These recurring exposures to hurricanes underscore the need for continued hurricane preparedness and response procedures for the area.
Matlacha, Florida, is a small island community situated on the west coast of Florida, making it an area of high vulnerability for hurricane threats given its direct exposure to the Gulf of Mexico. Its near-sea level elevation intensifies its risk to storm surges, severe flooding, sea level rise, and an increased likelihood of substantial property damage due to hurricanes and tropical storms. The lack of significant natural landscape barriers such as hill ranges adds to the town's exposure to these threats. A hurricane's impact could significantly impact transport, electricity, and the Potable Water System of this island area. Evacuation processes could be challenging due to the region's intricate bridges and small escape routes. Over the past 30 years, Matlacha, similar to many other Gulf coastal regions, has witnessed the devastating effects of hurricanes and floods. One of the most notable was Hurricane Irma in 2017, which damaged many local homes and businesses and caused significant flooding. Furthermore, hurricanes Charley and Wilma, in 2004 and 2005 respectively, also directly impacted the area with strong winds and storm surge, causing significant damage. Although the area is not regular to extreme flooding, it has a significant risk as seen by the recorded storm surge levels and historical hurricane impacts. These recurring exposures to hurricanes underscore the need for continued hurricane preparedness and response procedures for the area.
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