Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, poses a high risk for hurricanes due to its coastal location. Being directly on the Atlantic coast, the area sees a potent hurricane threat, especially as Florida's hurricane season runs from June through November. The land's low elevation (average elevation of only eight feet), coupled with its peninsula shape that borders the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway, makes it quite susceptible to storm surge and flooding. Furthermore, it is not uncommon for hurricanes to bring extreme winds and potential tornadoes which could inflict significant property damage to the buildings and infrastructure of Sunny Isles Beach. Within the past 30 years, Sunny Isles Beach has seen several major hurricanes and floods. Hurricane Andrew in 1992 caused significant damage and is considered one of the most destructive hurricanes to have hit Florida. Additionally, Hurricane Wilma in 2005 and Irma in 2017, both ranking as Category 5 hurricanes, have brought catastrophic damage to areas including Sunny Isles Beach. Each of these storms brought increased storm surge, flooding, wind damage, and prompted massive evacuation efforts. Hence, due to its coastal position, flat terrain, and historically consistent hurricane and flood risk, it is of utmost importance that Sunny Isles Beach remain well-prepared for these natural disasters.