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26.54°N -81.90°W
Cypress Lake, 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 Cypress Lake.
Cypress Lake, Florida, located in Lee County just over 10 miles from the east coast of the state, is at a significant risk for hurricane impacts given its proximity to the coast. The town has a low elevation with many areas near sea level, making it highly susceptible to storm surge and flooding events. Most of Cypress Lake is located in a flood zone designated as AE by FEMA, indicating it's at high risk for flooding from heavy rainfall and storm surge. This risk is compounded by the area's numerous bodies of water including rivers, lakes, and canals, which given the flat topography and high water table, could overflow during a storm. Furthermore, the region's susceptibility to high-speed winds from hurricanes has potential for extensive structural damage.
The area has a history of impactful hurricanes including Hurricane Wilma (2005) and Hurricane Irma (2017). Hurricane Wilma was one of the deadliest in Florida’s history, causing widespread damage, especially to the electricity grid and infrastructure. Similarly, Irma caused historic flooding, with a maximum storm surge of over 10 feet in some parts of Lee County. Just last year, rainfall from Tropical Storm Eta caused minor flooding in the area. Given these considerations, hurricane preparedness and constant monitoring during the hurricane season is critical for the residents of Cypress Lake.
Cypress Lake, Florida, located in Lee County just over 10 miles from the east coast of the state, is at a significant risk for hurricane impacts given its proximity to the coast. The town has a low elevation with many areas near sea level, making it highly susceptible to storm surge and flooding events. Most of Cypress Lake is located in a flood zone designated as AE by FEMA, indicating it's at high risk for flooding from heavy rainfall and storm surge. This risk is compounded by the area's numerous bodies of water including rivers, lakes, and canals, which given the flat topography and high water table, could overflow during a storm. Furthermore, the region's susceptibility to high-speed winds from hurricanes has potential for extensive structural damage. The area has a history of impactful hurricanes including Hurricane Wilma (2005) and Hurricane Irma (2017). Hurricane Wilma was one of the deadliest in Florida’s history, causing widespread damage, especially to the electricity grid and infrastructure. Similarly, Irma caused historic flooding, with a maximum storm surge of over 10 feet in some parts of Lee County. Just last year, rainfall from Tropical Storm Eta caused minor flooding in the area. Given these considerations, hurricane preparedness and constant monitoring during the hurricane season is critical for the residents of Cypress Lake.
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