Brownsdale, Florida, while not directly located on the coast, is still significantly vulnerable to hurricane threats, primarily due to high rains and strong winds cascading inland from coastal areas. Its relatively lower elevation also makes it prone to flooding, as insufficient drainage and runoff could lead to water accumulation, particularly during a slow-moving storm. Historically, Brownsdale has experienced numerous incidents of flash flooding due to heavy rainfall associated with hurricanes. This tends to be one of the most immediate threats in the area, along with the potential for power outages and wind damage to structures. Over the past 30 years, Brownsdale, like much of Florida, has been affected by numerous significant hurricanes. Among them was Hurricane Erin in 1995, Dennis in 2005, and most significantly, Hurricane Ivan in 2004, which resulted in widespread damage and flooding. Recently, in 2020, Hurricane Sally also brought considerable rainfall that led to local flooding in Brownsdale. When assessing hurricane threats for Brownsdale, these historical events as well as the town's geographic characteristics must be taken into consideration.