Hillcrest Heights, Florida arguably faces moderate hurricane threats due to its distance from the coast. The town's inland position, roughly 60 miles from both the East and West coasts of Florida, means that hurricane impacts may be less severe compared to coastal areas. However, due to its flat elevation, typically between 80 and a little over 100 feet above sea level, it could still face challenges with heavy rainfall and flooding, especially if the storm stalls or moves slowly. Moreover, the extensive inland water bodies nearby, such as the Crooked Lake, could also experience rising water levels leading to potential localized flooding. In the past 30 years, Hillcrest Heights has been in the path of several major hurricanes and tropical storms, including Hurricane Charley in 2004, which caused extensive damage in Central Florida. Given the turbulent weather history and the ongoing climate change scenario, increasing the frequency and intensity of Atlantic hurricanes, it’s important that Hillcrest Heights community members adopt a preparedness mentality and be ready to evacuate if necessary. Furthermore, since hurricanes could also generate tornado activities, the community must be vigilant about potential twister threat during a tropical cyclone. It's vital that proper infrastructure and plans are in place to manage these potential risks.