Memphis, Florida, being a west-central coastal town and part of the Tampa Bay area, is susceptible to the impacts of hurricanes, including high winds, heavy rain, and storm surge. The proximity of Memphis to the Gulf of Mexico increases its vulnerability to the impacts of any storm system that forms or passes through the Gulf, and it is important to note that the low elevation of the area generally enhances the risk of flooding given its propensity to collect large volumes of rainwater from storms. This flood risk is further heightened during high tide or if a storm surge coincides with a high tide. As a result, during hurricane events, community members should be prepared for potential evacuations, property damage, and disruptions in local infrastructure and services. Historically, within the last 30 years, the area has experienced the effects of some major hurricanes and tropical storms that brought about significant flood and wind damage. Arguably, the most impactful was Hurricane Irma in 2017, which resulted in significant flooding and wind damage throughout Manatee County. Irma was a category 4 storm at its Florida landfall and brought storm surge, heavy rainfall, and powerful winds to the region. In 2004, Hurricane Charley, though it made landfall significantly north of Memphis, still brought considerable wind damage to the area. Another storm to note within this period is the 1993 Storm of the Century (also known as the '93 Superstorm), which impacted a large portion of the Eastern United States, including Florida, with record storm surges reported in some areas. However, the immediate coastal location of Memphis does render it relatively more vulnerable than other inland locations in Florida.