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27.75°N -82.71°W
Gulfport, Florida
Pinellas 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 Gulfport.
Gulfport, Florida is exceptionally vulnerable to hurricanes and other tropical storm events, given its coastal location along the Gulf of Mexico. The town's flat topography and low elevation further enhance this vulnerability by increasing the risk of storm surge flooding, which is traditionally the most destructive element of a tropical storm. Rainfall flooding is another major threat for Gulfport. The heavy rains accompanying these storm systems can overwhelm regional drainage infrastructure, exacerbating the already heightened flooding risks.
Historically, Gulfport has experienced several significant hurricane impacts. For instance, in 2004 Hurricane Charley produced severe damage throughout the region, and in 2005 Hurricane Katrina also affected the locale, despite its center hitting further west. More recently, Hurricane Irma in 2017 caused extensive damages in the town. Recalling these historical events highlights the very real threats posed by hurricanes, including strong winds, heavy rains, and storm surge, all of which emphasize the importance of solid hurricane readiness and response plans in Gulfport.
Gulfport, Florida is exceptionally vulnerable to hurricanes and other tropical storm events, given its coastal location along the Gulf of Mexico. The town's flat topography and low elevation further enhance this vulnerability by increasing the risk of storm surge flooding, which is traditionally the most destructive element of a tropical storm. Rainfall flooding is another major threat for Gulfport. The heavy rains accompanying these storm systems can overwhelm regional drainage infrastructure, exacerbating the already heightened flooding risks. Historically, Gulfport has experienced several significant hurricane impacts. For instance, in 2004 Hurricane Charley produced severe damage throughout the region, and in 2005 Hurricane Katrina also affected the locale, despite its center hitting further west. More recently, Hurricane Irma in 2017 caused extensive damages in the town. Recalling these historical events highlights the very real threats posed by hurricanes, including strong winds, heavy rains, and storm surge, all of which emphasize the importance of solid hurricane readiness and response plans in Gulfport.
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