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27.10°N -82.43°W
Venice, Florida
Sarasota 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 Venice.
Situated directly on the Gulf Coast of Florida, Venice is at a high risk for hurricanes and associated weather phenomena. The town's coastline and low elevation, averaging merely at 7 feet above sea level, make it particularly susceptible to sea-level rise and storm surge, especially during high tides. Historically, Venice has several experiences with flooding during heavy rain events, and hurricanes tend to exacerbate the situation by intensifying rainfall and driving storm surges. Its geographical position also puts it in the direct path of hurricanes approaching from the Gulf, giving rise to wind-related damages. In relation to infrastructure, potential threats include damage to housing, infrastructure, and local ecosystems, with higher costs of recovery associated.
Over the past three decades, major hurricanes such as Hurricane Irma (2017), Charley (2004) and Andrew (1992) have all greatly affected Venice. Hurricane Irma, in particular, caused extensive flooding, power outages, and property damage in the region due to its heavy rainfall and powerful winds. Hurricane Charley, a category 4 storm, was one of the strongest to hit the area, causing significant damage. Furthermore, the historical flood risk presented in part by the Myakka River, which has been known to flood during heavy rain events, exacerbates the risks brought by hurricanes. Therefore, analyzes of Venice's threat assessment should take into account these historical events. Hurricane preparedness plans, flood zone identifications, infrastructure strengthening, and ecosystem preservation are all essential to mitigating future impacts.
Situated directly on the Gulf Coast of Florida, Venice is at a high risk for hurricanes and associated weather phenomena. The town's coastline and low elevation, averaging merely at 7 feet above sea level, make it particularly susceptible to sea-level rise and storm surge, especially during high tides. Historically, Venice has several experiences with flooding during heavy rain events, and hurricanes tend to exacerbate the situation by intensifying rainfall and driving storm surges. Its geographical position also puts it in the direct path of hurricanes approaching from the Gulf, giving rise to wind-related damages. In relation to infrastructure, potential threats include damage to housing, infrastructure, and local ecosystems, with higher costs of recovery associated. Over the past three decades, major hurricanes such as Hurricane Irma (2017), Charley (2004) and Andrew (1992) have all greatly affected Venice. Hurricane Irma, in particular, caused extensive flooding, power outages, and property damage in the region due to its heavy rainfall and powerful winds. Hurricane Charley, a category 4 storm, was one of the strongest to hit the area, causing significant damage. Furthermore, the historical flood risk presented in part by the Myakka River, which has been known to flood during heavy rain events, exacerbates the risks brought by hurricanes. Therefore, analyzes of Venice's threat assessment should take into account these historical events. Hurricane preparedness plans, flood zone identifications, infrastructure strengthening, and ecosystem preservation are all essential to mitigating future impacts.
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