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27.07°N -82.24°W
Charleston Park, North Port, Florida
Lee Co.
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- 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 Charleston Park.
Charleston Park, Florida faces a series of hurricane threats due largely to its geographical location. While it is situated inland and somewhat distanced from the coast, it still faces a considerable risk from hurricanes, primarily from heavy rainfall and resultant flooding. Over the years, various low-pressure systems have resulted in torrential rain in the area, which, coupled with the relatively flat topographical nature of the area, raises the risk of flooding. The town's elevation is minimal; thus, storm surges from the Caloosahatchee River pose an additional threat. Fear of structural damage from high-speed hurricane-associated winds is also genuine due to occurrences in past records.
Examining past events, Hurricane Charley in 2004 was a significant storm that affected Charleston Park and the surrounding communities, with considerable flooding and wind damage. More recently in 2017, Hurricane Irma caused significant impacts, primarily from its heavy rains leading to flooding, as it passed slightly west of Charleston Park. It's important for Charleston Park residents to maintain vigilance, considering these past events, and undertake necessary preparation measures when a hurricane or substantial tropical storm threat exists. It's also a warning for future construction projects to consider the necessity of storm-resistant architecture and appropriate planning.
Charleston Park, Florida faces a series of hurricane threats due largely to its geographical location. While it is situated inland and somewhat distanced from the coast, it still faces a considerable risk from hurricanes, primarily from heavy rainfall and resultant flooding. Over the years, various low-pressure systems have resulted in torrential rain in the area, which, coupled with the relatively flat topographical nature of the area, raises the risk of flooding. The town's elevation is minimal; thus, storm surges from the Caloosahatchee River pose an additional threat. Fear of structural damage from high-speed hurricane-associated winds is also genuine due to occurrences in past records. Examining past events, Hurricane Charley in 2004 was a significant storm that affected Charleston Park and the surrounding communities, with considerable flooding and wind damage. More recently in 2017, Hurricane Irma caused significant impacts, primarily from its heavy rains leading to flooding, as it passed slightly west of Charleston Park. It's important for Charleston Park residents to maintain vigilance, considering these past events, and undertake necessary preparation measures when a hurricane or substantial tropical storm threat exists. It's also a warning for future construction projects to consider the necessity of storm-resistant architecture and appropriate planning.
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