Okahumpka is situated in Florida's Lake County, central region of the state and lies about 60 miles from both the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. Although this distance offers a degree of protection from direct landfall of hurricanes, the town is still susceptible to the heavy rainfall, high winds, and potential tornadoes that hurricanes can bring inland. In addition to these primary threats, Okahumpka's low elevation could pose risks relating to flooding, especially as the town is surrounded by several lakes, which may result in increased runoff during heavy precipitation events. Moreover, the ground in Florida is typically saturated, further exacerbating flood risks. During the past 30 years, Okahumpka and its vicinity have experienced the impacts of several significant hurricanes. For instance, in 2004, Hurricanes Charley, Frances, and Jeanne all passed through or near Lake County bringing substantial rainfall and wind damage. Hurricane Irma in 2017 also made a significant impact on the area, causing extensive power outages and wind damage even though its landfall was quite far south. Looking at historical data, despite its relative inaccessibility from the coastline, Okahumpka must be prepared for potential impacts from hurricanes including but not limited to high winds, tornadoes, and flooding.