County: Santa Rosa
ZIP Codes: 32570
Roeville, Florida, being located inland, can potentially face significant hazard from heavy rains and strong winds brought about by hurricanes. Although the town is spared the immediate onslaught of a storm surge due to its distance from the coast, hurricanes can still bring ample amounts of rainfall. This results in a potential flooding risk, particularly if the hurricane or its remnants stall over the region. Roeville's elevation is relatively low, which could further exacerbate flood risks. Furthermore, high winds from a hurricane could down trees and power lines leading to extended power outages and potential property damage. Historically, Roeville has experienced impacts from numerous storms, including major hurricanes in the past 30 years. Most notably, in 2004 and 2005, the town suffered a series of hurricanes that hit the state of Florida including Charley, Frances, Ivan, Jeanne, Dennis, Katrina, and Wilma. While Roeville didn't receive the brunt of these storms, the town experienced substantial rainfall causing flooding and wind damage. This indicates that despite its inland location, Roeville remains vulnerable to the effects of powerful cyclones. As a consequence, residents should take any hurricane warnings seriously, and should have appropriate disaster preparedness measures in place.