Fish Hawk, Florida, being located approximately 20 miles inland from Tampa Bay, is not directly exposed to the first impact of storm surges that primarily affect coastal cities during hurricane events, but remains vulnerable to significant impacts. The town's elevation, mostly ranging between 10 to 50 feet above sea level, brings a potential threat of flooding, especially from torrential rainfall common during hurricanes. Notably, even though Fish Hawk sits relatively higher than some other parts of Florida, in a vast hurricane event with widespread rainfall, water can accumulate and create a risk of flash flooding and standing water which could inundate infrastructure, roads, and homes. Historically, regions around and including Fish Hawk have experienced several flooding events and hurricanes. In particular, Hurricane Irma in 2017 and the No Name Storm of 1993 have left their mark in this area. Hurricane Irma, though it struck the west coast of Florida as a Category 3, brought storms and extensive rainfall throughout Fish Hawk resulting in substantial flooding. The No Name Storm in 1993, even though it wasn't officially a hurricane, is remembered for its heavy rainfall and severe storm surge causing flooding across west central and southwest Florida. Therefore, residents should always remain prepared for potential hurricane threats, despite the town's inland location, due to the risk of heavy rainfall and possible flooding.