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27.31°N -82.48°W
Sarasota Springs, Florida
Sarasota 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 Sarasota Springs.
Sarasota Springs, located on Florida's Gulf Coast, is susceptible to a number of risks associated with hurricanes, particularly due to its proximity to the coastline. Historically, this town has been a target for severe tropical weather systems, with impacts ranging from heavy rains, storm surge, high winds, to heightened flood risk often resulting from the excess rainfall. While Sarasota Springs is not coastal, it's close enough for storm surge to be a potential concern. Elevation is not a significant mitigating factor given Florida's overall flat terrain.
Looking at the historical hurricane and flood data for Sarasota Springs over the last 30 years, the most impactful storm was Hurricane Irma in 2017. This Category 4 hurricane whipped the region with gale-force winds and torrential downpours, causing significant property damage and flooding. Another noteworthy hurricane was Charley in 2004, which brought devastating winds to the area. Despite its relative distance from the coast, Sarasota Springs is still vulnerable to the effects of hurricanes, particularly flooding, which is often exacerbated due to the abundance of water bodies in and around the town. Therefore, storm preparedness and evacuation planning should be a critical action item for residents and officials alike.
Sarasota Springs, located on Florida's Gulf Coast, is susceptible to a number of risks associated with hurricanes, particularly due to its proximity to the coastline. Historically, this town has been a target for severe tropical weather systems, with impacts ranging from heavy rains, storm surge, high winds, to heightened flood risk often resulting from the excess rainfall. While Sarasota Springs is not coastal, it's close enough for storm surge to be a potential concern. Elevation is not a significant mitigating factor given Florida's overall flat terrain. Looking at the historical hurricane and flood data for Sarasota Springs over the last 30 years, the most impactful storm was Hurricane Irma in 2017. This Category 4 hurricane whipped the region with gale-force winds and torrential downpours, causing significant property damage and flooding. Another noteworthy hurricane was Charley in 2004, which brought devastating winds to the area. Despite its relative distance from the coast, Sarasota Springs is still vulnerable to the effects of hurricanes, particularly flooding, which is often exacerbated due to the abundance of water bodies in and around the town. Therefore, storm preparedness and evacuation planning should be a critical action item for residents and officials alike.
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