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26.82°N -80.07°W
North Palm Beach, Florida
Palm Beach 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 North Palm Beach.
North Palm Beach, Florida, being a coastal town, is directly exposed to the threat of hurricanes and associated risks of coastal flooding. Its low elevation (average 6ft) and proximity to the Atlantic Ocean significantly increase its vulnerability to storm surge and heavy rainfall that can cause both flash and long-term flooding. Historically, the area has been prone to floods, particularly from hurricanes. In terms of infrastructure, hurricane winds can cause massive damage to residential and commercial properties, potentially disrupt local utilities, and lead to road blockages and downed communication lines. Additionally, storm surge and heavy rains can contribute to soil erosion, which in turn can threaten the foundations of buildings and various infrastructure.
Over the past 30 years, North Palm Beach has faced numerous hurricanes and major floods. Noteworthy events include Hurricane Andrew (1992), Hurricanes Frances and Jeanne (2004), Wilma (2005), Irma (2017), and the prolonged rainfall and flooding from Hurricane Harvey (2017). Some of these storms, like Andrew, Frances, and Jeanne, made landfall in the vicinity resulting in catastrophic property destruction and flooding. Furthermore, past hurricanes have brought to light the region’s potential vulnerability to post-hurricane challenges such as water supply contamination, fuel shortages, and public health risks due to stagnant flood waters and lack of access to medical care during extreme weather events. Each of these factors warrants serious consideration in any future hurricane preparedness and response strategy for North Palm Beach.
North Palm Beach, Florida, being a coastal town, is directly exposed to the threat of hurricanes and associated risks of coastal flooding. Its low elevation (average 6ft) and proximity to the Atlantic Ocean significantly increase its vulnerability to storm surge and heavy rainfall that can cause both flash and long-term flooding. Historically, the area has been prone to floods, particularly from hurricanes. In terms of infrastructure, hurricane winds can cause massive damage to residential and commercial properties, potentially disrupt local utilities, and lead to road blockages and downed communication lines. Additionally, storm surge and heavy rains can contribute to soil erosion, which in turn can threaten the foundations of buildings and various infrastructure. Over the past 30 years, North Palm Beach has faced numerous hurricanes and major floods. Noteworthy events include Hurricane Andrew (1992), Hurricanes Frances and Jeanne (2004), Wilma (2005), Irma (2017), and the prolonged rainfall and flooding from Hurricane Harvey (2017). Some of these storms, like Andrew, Frances, and Jeanne, made landfall in the vicinity resulting in catastrophic property destruction and flooding. Furthermore, past hurricanes have brought to light the region’s potential vulnerability to post-hurricane challenges such as water supply contamination, fuel shortages, and public health risks due to stagnant flood waters and lack of access to medical care during extreme weather events. Each of these factors warrants serious consideration in any future hurricane preparedness and response strategy for North Palm Beach.
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