County: Martin
ZIP Codes: 34957



Ocean Breeze, Florida is uniquely vulnerable to hurricanes and their associated impacts due to its immediate coastal location on the Atlantic Ocean. This proximity to the coast means that storm surge, high-speed hurricane winds, and torrential rainfall pose significant risks to both property and inhabitants of this small town. Ocean Breeze's average elevation is relatively low at around 10 feet, thus rendering it particularly susceptible to flooding. Its location along the hurricane-prone Florida coastline further heightens risks. The combination of storm surge, heavy rainfall, and modest elevation could result in extensive flooding, leading to potential property damage, displacement of residents, and threats to life safety. Over the past 30 years, Ocean Breeze has experienced multiple significant hurricanes and flooding events, including hurricanes Frances and Jeanne in 2004 which caused tremendous damage. More recently, in 2017, Hurricane Irma passed nearby and brought storm surge, high winds, and heavy rains, causing extensive flooding and property damage. Analyzing these historical trends and future hurricane path projections, the potential for catastrophic impacts in Ocean Breeze remains. Residents and town officials must take these considerations into account, prioritizing hurricane preparation and response measures, actively pursuing mitigation strategies like flood defense infrastructure, and ensuring proper evacuation protocols in the case of imminent hurricane threats.






This page shows the hurricane evacuation zone for Ocean Breeze, Florida, based on official state and local data. Your evacuation zone indicates your area’s risk from storm surge and flooding during a hurricane or tropical storm. When officials issue evacuation orders, they often do so by zone (e.g., Zone A, Zone B), so knowing your zone helps you understand when and whether you may need to evacuate. Always confirm with the official state or county evacuation zone map linked above, as boundaries can be updated.
To see evacuation zones for other cities and towns in your state, visit our hurricane evacuation zones in FL page and choose a different town. For a full list of states we cover, see hurricane evacuation zones by state. You can also use our hurricane evacuation zone by ZIP code lookup to quickly find your zone by ZIP code.
Storm surge—water driven ashore by a hurricane—is one of the greatest threats to life and property in coastal and low-lying areas. Evacuation zones are drawn using elevation, historical surge data, and flood models so that the most vulnerable areas are identified in advance. If you are in a higher-risk zone, having an evacuation plan and a go-kit ready can save critical time when an order is issued. This hurricane evacuation zone lookup gives you a clear starting point so you can plan ahead and stay informed.
Hurricane preparedness goes beyond knowing your zone. It includes having an evacuation route, a family communication plan, emergency supplies (water, food, medications, important documents), and a plan for pets. The hurricane supplies list on this page is a good basis for a go-kit. We also recommend signing up for local emergency alerts and following your state and county emergency management offices for the latest evacuation zone information and orders.
The primary evacuation zone shown at the top of this page is derived from the same type of data that state and local emergency managers use. The map on this site helps you see where Ocean Breeze, Florida sits in relation to zone boundaries. For the most authoritative and up-to-date boundaries, use the official “know your zone” or evacuation zone map link provided above; we link to it so you can verify your zone before and during hurricane season.
If you need to look up another address or town, return to our state evacuation zone page for FL to choose a different city or town, or go to our main hurricane evacuation zones by state page to switch states. Our ZIP code evacuation zone lookup is another way to quickly find hurricane evacuation zone information by ZIP code across the regions we support.
When a hurricane or tropical storm threatens, follow the guidance of your local emergency management office and the National Weather Service. Evacuation orders are issued based on the specific storm track and intensity, so your zone is a guide—not a substitute for official instructions. By using this site to find your evacuation zone and prepare in advance, you give yourself and your family a better chance of staying safe when the next storm approaches.