South Bradenton, Florida is on the west coast of Florida and is greatly vulnerable to hurricanes and tropical storms due to its proximity to Tampa Bay. The Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30, presents a significant weather threat, especially from high winds and storm surge that can lead to flooding. Situated around 17 feet above sea level, South Bradenton has a very flat terrain which can further exacerbate flood risk, particularly during high rainfall incidents associated with hurricanes or heavy storms. Looking into the history, Hurricane Andrew in 1992, the most devastating hurricane in Florida's history, brushed South Bradenton as a Category 2 storm, causing significant damage. More recently, Hurricanes Matthew in 2016, Irma in 2017, and Michael in 2018 all had impacts on South Bradenton, with Irma causing the most substantial flooding as a result of its storm surge. Historically, the area has also been impacted by several tropical storms, contributing to its high risk of flooding. Inhabitants and authorities should remain vigilant about these hazards, consider adequate building construction to withstand high-wind storms, and always have an evacuation plan in place.