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27.04°N -82.25°W
Duck Key, North Port, Florida
Monroe 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.
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About Duck Key.
Duck Key, Florida, is a small island located in the middle Florida Keys. Being on the coast, it's highly vulnerable to hurricane threats stemming from Atlantic tropical activities. Its relative flatness combined with an average elevation of about 6 feet above sea level makes the area particularly susceptible to storm surges and flash floods during a hurricane. Residents and properties in this location may also face threats from strong winds, torrential rains, and tornadoes associated with hurricanes.
Over the last thirty years, several hurricanes, including Hurricane Irma in 2017, have notably affected Duck Key. Irma, a category 4 hurricane, resulted in inundation and widespread property damage on the island. In addition to property destruction, the disruption to access routes and utility services like power, water, and communication pose a continuing concern during these storms. It's also important to note that the impact of hurricanes often alters the natural environment, including local flora and fauna, which can have long-term implications on the local ecosystem. Given these factors, Duck Key residents need to maintain a high level of preparedness for hurricane threats, including having adequate hurricane-resistant home reinforcements and an effective evacuation plan.
Duck Key, Florida, is a small island located in the middle Florida Keys. Being on the coast, it's highly vulnerable to hurricane threats stemming from Atlantic tropical activities. Its relative flatness combined with an average elevation of about 6 feet above sea level makes the area particularly susceptible to storm surges and flash floods during a hurricane. Residents and properties in this location may also face threats from strong winds, torrential rains, and tornadoes associated with hurricanes. Over the last thirty years, several hurricanes, including Hurricane Irma in 2017, have notably affected Duck Key. Irma, a category 4 hurricane, resulted in inundation and widespread property damage on the island. In addition to property destruction, the disruption to access routes and utility services like power, water, and communication pose a continuing concern during these storms. It's also important to note that the impact of hurricanes often alters the natural environment, including local flora and fauna, which can have long-term implications on the local ecosystem. Given these factors, Duck Key residents need to maintain a high level of preparedness for hurricane threats, including having adequate hurricane-resistant home reinforcements and an effective evacuation plan.
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