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27.48°N -81.92°W
Ona, Florida
Hardee Co.
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- 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 Ona.
Ona, Florida, being inland and at a higher elevation compared to coastal towns in Florida, faces a reduced risk of direct impacts such as storm surges from hurricanes. However, this doesn't mean it is entirely safe. The main threats Ona might face from hurricanes would be high winds and heavy rainfall, which can lead to downed trees, power outages, and in some cases, localized flooding. Given that the average elevation in Ona is about 82 feet, it is somewhat less susceptible to severe flooding compared to low-lying areas. However, the region could experience flash floods, especially if the rainfall is heavy and persistent.
Looking at historical data, there haven't been major hurricanes directly impacting Ona in the past 30 years. However, the town has felt peripheral effects of significant storms like Hurricane Irma in 2017. Irma resulted in power failures, downed trees, and minor damages to buildings due to high winds. Additionally, in 2004, Hurricane Charley, although passing west of Ona, caused extensive power outages in the area. When considering hurricane preparedness in Ona, it is crucial to focus on securing property against high winds, potential power outages, and the possibility of localized flooding.
Ona, Florida, being inland and at a higher elevation compared to coastal towns in Florida, faces a reduced risk of direct impacts such as storm surges from hurricanes. However, this doesn't mean it is entirely safe. The main threats Ona might face from hurricanes would be high winds and heavy rainfall, which can lead to downed trees, power outages, and in some cases, localized flooding. Given that the average elevation in Ona is about 82 feet, it is somewhat less susceptible to severe flooding compared to low-lying areas. However, the region could experience flash floods, especially if the rainfall is heavy and persistent. Looking at historical data, there haven't been major hurricanes directly impacting Ona in the past 30 years. However, the town has felt peripheral effects of significant storms like Hurricane Irma in 2017. Irma resulted in power failures, downed trees, and minor damages to buildings due to high winds. Additionally, in 2004, Hurricane Charley, although passing west of Ona, caused extensive power outages in the area. When considering hurricane preparedness in Ona, it is crucial to focus on securing property against high winds, potential power outages, and the possibility of localized flooding.
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