County: Orange
ZIP Codes: 32703, 32810, 32860



Lockhart, Florida, being a landlocked city within Orange County and situated approximately 35 miles from the East Coast, is somewhat sheltered from direct landfall of hurricanes compared to coastal cities. However, its proximity to bodies of water such as Lake Lockhart implies that it is not entirely immune from hurricane impacts. The main threats from hurricanes include high-speed winds, which can cause structural damage to buildings and infrastructure, as well as heavy rainfall leading to localized flooding. The city’s average elevation is relatively low (around 115 feet above sea level), but it is not subject to a significant risk of storm surge flooding due to its distance from the coast. Historically, the town has seen its share of severe weather events. The most significant events of the last 30 years include Hurricane Charley in 2004, which caused considerable damage in Central Florida, though Lockhart's inland location spared it from the worst of the storm's effects. In 2017, Hurricane Irma also led to heavy rains, high winds, and localized flooding in Lockhart. While the town has not traditionally been a hotspot for catastrophic flooding, the increased frequency of high-intensity hurricanes associated with climate change may pose greater challenges in the future. It's important for residents in Lockhart to understand the risks and have a hurricane preparedness plan in place to mitigate the impacts of these potential weather events.






This page shows the hurricane evacuation zone for Lockhart, 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 Lockhart, 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.