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29.00°N -82.47°W
Citrus Springs, Florida
Citrus 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 Citrus Springs.
Citrus Springs, Florida, although not directly on the Gulf Coast, is still very much susceptible to substantial impacts from hurricanes and tropical storms. Geographically, its positioning approximately 15 miles inland from the Gulf Coast along with its relatively low elevation leaves the community vulnerable to intense storm surge flooding during powerful hurricane events. Moreover, given the region's flat topography, a significant amount of rainfall can exacerbate flooding risks, particularly in low-lying areas. The vulnerability of local infrastructure, such as power supply and transportation links, also represents a significant potential impact which could lead to extended periods of isolation and loss of amenities for residents.
From a historical perspective, several significant hurricanes have affected Citrus Springs over the past 30 years. Notably, Hurricanes Charley in 2004 and Irma in 2017 caused widespread damage in much of the area from both wind and flooding. The storms resulted in downed trees and power lines, homes and businesses damaged by high-speed winds, and widespread flooding due to the region’s low elevation. These events serve as a warning and attest to the region's high vulnerability to the potentially devastating effects of hurricanes. Consequently, residents of Citrus Springs need to take hurricane warnings seriously and should have robust preparedness plans in place.
Citrus Springs, Florida, although not directly on the Gulf Coast, is still very much susceptible to substantial impacts from hurricanes and tropical storms. Geographically, its positioning approximately 15 miles inland from the Gulf Coast along with its relatively low elevation leaves the community vulnerable to intense storm surge flooding during powerful hurricane events. Moreover, given the region's flat topography, a significant amount of rainfall can exacerbate flooding risks, particularly in low-lying areas. The vulnerability of local infrastructure, such as power supply and transportation links, also represents a significant potential impact which could lead to extended periods of isolation and loss of amenities for residents. From a historical perspective, several significant hurricanes have affected Citrus Springs over the past 30 years. Notably, Hurricanes Charley in 2004 and Irma in 2017 caused widespread damage in much of the area from both wind and flooding. The storms resulted in downed trees and power lines, homes and businesses damaged by high-speed winds, and widespread flooding due to the region’s low elevation. These events serve as a warning and attest to the region's high vulnerability to the potentially devastating effects of hurricanes. Consequently, residents of Citrus Springs need to take hurricane warnings seriously and should have robust preparedness plans in place.
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