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30.24°N -85.65°W
Lynn Haven, Florida
Bay Co.
What this means for you.
Always check the State of Florida's Know Your Zone Map for the latest evacuation zone information.
- 01Sign up for local alertsYour county's emergency notification service. Free, takes 90 seconds.
- 02Pre-pick a destinationFriend, family, hotel, or pet-friendly Red Cross shelter inland. Avoid deciding last-minute.
- 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 Lynn Haven.
Lynn Haven, Florida, is situated very close to the Gulf of Mexico, making it particularly vulnerable to the impacts of hurricanes. The town's elevation is remarkably low, with most areas no more than nine feet above sea level. This low-lying geography makes it highly susceptible to storm surges, one of the primary challenges associated with hurricanes. Historically, Lynn Haven has experienced multiple flooding events due to the combination of storm surges, heavy rain and its proximity to several large bodies of water.
Some of the most significant hurricane impacts on Lynn Haven in the past 30 years include Hurricane Opal in 1995 and Hurricane Michael in 2018. Hurricane Michael, a Category 5 storm, was particularly destructive, causing catastrophic damage to the town. With projected changes in climate, which have the potential to increase the intensity and frequency of hurricanes, the hurricane risk for Lynn Haven is expected to escalate. To mitigate these threats, residents should ensure that they are adequately prepared for hurricanes by safeguarding their properties, understanding evacuation routes, and staying up to date with local weather forecasts during hurricane season.
Lynn Haven, Florida, is situated very close to the Gulf of Mexico, making it particularly vulnerable to the impacts of hurricanes. The town's elevation is remarkably low, with most areas no more than nine feet above sea level. This low-lying geography makes it highly susceptible to storm surges, one of the primary challenges associated with hurricanes. Historically, Lynn Haven has experienced multiple flooding events due to the combination of storm surges, heavy rain and its proximity to several large bodies of water. Some of the most significant hurricane impacts on Lynn Haven in the past 30 years include Hurricane Opal in 1995 and Hurricane Michael in 2018. Hurricane Michael, a Category 5 storm, was particularly destructive, causing catastrophic damage to the town. With projected changes in climate, which have the potential to increase the intensity and frequency of hurricanes, the hurricane risk for Lynn Haven is expected to escalate. To mitigate these threats, residents should ensure that they are adequately prepared for hurricanes by safeguarding their properties, understanding evacuation routes, and staying up to date with local weather forecasts during hurricane season.
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