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29.28°N -82.44°W
Morriston, Florida
Levy 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 Morriston.
Morriston, Florida, located inland in Levy County, Florida, is less exposed to the immediate impacts of storm surge and coastal wind damage that are often associated with hurricanes, due to its distance from the Gulf Coast. However, its proximity to the coast does not eliminate the potential risk associated with hurricanes. In fact, Morriston is prone to experiencing heavy rainfall that could result in flash and river flooding. Additionally, tropical storm-force and hurricane-force winds could affect the town, causing widespread power outages, downed trees, and structural damage to properties. While the town has a relatively low elevation, levies and water drainage infrastructures may have difficulty managing extreme deluge, thereby amplifying flood risks.
As for historical hurricanes, Morriston has experienced major hurricanes and associated rainfall during the past thirty years. One noteworthy event was Hurricane Irma in 2017, which brought heavy rain, downpours, and strong wind gusts to the region. Similarly, Hurricanes Frances and Jeanne in 2004 produced substantial rainfall leading to flooding. The community's experiences with these hurricanes underscore its vulnerability to high wind speeds and flooding, despite being somewhat removed from the immediate coast. It's crucial for residents to observe hurricane advisories and evacuation orders and to have a hurricane preparedness plan in place, given these persistent threats.
Morriston, Florida, located inland in Levy County, Florida, is less exposed to the immediate impacts of storm surge and coastal wind damage that are often associated with hurricanes, due to its distance from the Gulf Coast. However, its proximity to the coast does not eliminate the potential risk associated with hurricanes. In fact, Morriston is prone to experiencing heavy rainfall that could result in flash and river flooding. Additionally, tropical storm-force and hurricane-force winds could affect the town, causing widespread power outages, downed trees, and structural damage to properties. While the town has a relatively low elevation, levies and water drainage infrastructures may have difficulty managing extreme deluge, thereby amplifying flood risks. As for historical hurricanes, Morriston has experienced major hurricanes and associated rainfall during the past thirty years. One noteworthy event was Hurricane Irma in 2017, which brought heavy rain, downpours, and strong wind gusts to the region. Similarly, Hurricanes Frances and Jeanne in 2004 produced substantial rainfall leading to flooding. The community's experiences with these hurricanes underscore its vulnerability to high wind speeds and flooding, despite being somewhat removed from the immediate coast. It's crucial for residents to observe hurricane advisories and evacuation orders and to have a hurricane preparedness plan in place, given these persistent threats.
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