Ponce de Leon, Florida, situated approximately 35 miles inland from the Gulf Coast, does face certain risks from hurricanes, most significantly from torrential rainfall and resultant flooding. This inland location does provide some protection from storm surge, which is typically observed as a major factor of destruction in coastal regions during hurricanes. However, Ponce de Leon is positioned in a region largely dominated by lowland topography, making the area vulnerable to prevalent flooding during extreme weather events. Tropical cyclones originating from the Gulf can bring substantial rain bands causing riverine or flash flooding. Historically, the town has succumbed to floods associated with tropical depressions and hurricanes. Within the past 30 years, Ponce de Leon has experienced impacts from various hurricanes, including Hurricane Opal in 1995, Hurricane Ivan in 2004, and Hurricane Michael in 2018. Hurricane Opal and Ivan both brought widespread damage due to their high rainfall totals, resulting in flooding. In particular, Hurricane Michael, categorized as a Category 5 hurricane, unleashed its fury on this part of Florida, including Ponce de Leon, with violent winds and heavy rainfall triggering flash floods. Although the city is somewhat protected from destructive storm surges, its vulnerability to potential floods along with high-speed winds, during a hurricane event remains a crucial consideration. Appropriate measures for flooding should be taken into account by the local administration and residents alike.