Worthington Springs, Florida, is located in Union County, about 60 miles from the northwestern Atlantic coast, which somewhat reduces the direct threat of storm surge compared to coastal cities, but flood risk due to heavy rainfall remains significant. The town sits at a relatively low elevation, around 82 feet, which makes it susceptible to flooding during heavy rain events associated with hurricanes. Historically, Worthington Springs has experienced major flooding in the past, especially from overflow of the Santa Fe River; thus, this possibility should not be ruled out during hurricane season. Therefore, residents should consider the potential for flood damage to homes as well as the potential for road closures and interruption of services due to flooding. In terms of past impacts of hurricanes, the region has been impacted by several major storms over the past 30 years. One of the most memorable was Hurricane Irma in 2017, which despite making landfall on the opposite side of the peninsula brought significant rainfall to Worthington Springs and caused severe flooding in the area. Another notable storm was Hurricane Frances in 2004 which also caused significant flood damages. As climate change continues to be a major concern, the potential for increasingly intense hurricanes raises the threat level for towns like Worthington Springs, even though it is not directly along the coast. Therefore, hurricane and flood preparedness is crucial for residents and the township authorities.