St. Augustine, Florida, situated directly on the northeast coast, is extremely vulnerable to hurricanes due to its low-lying geography and mere five feet of elevation above sea level. Historically, the city has been particularly susceptible to storm surge flooding, which in hurricane conditions often leads to significant property damage and destruction, extensive power outages, and loss of life. High winds and torrential rains can also cause freshwater flooding and widespread wind damage, further exacerbated by the city's large number of older, historic structures that may not be designed to withstand such severe weather. In recent history, St. Augustine has been directly hit by or influenced by several major hurricanes. Hurricane Irma in 2017, one of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes ever recorded, caused widespread flooding and destruction. In 2016, Hurricane Matthew skirted the coast but still caused significant flood damage. Moreover, the Category 2 Hurricane Dorian in 2019 also induced heavy rainfall, winds, and storm surge in the area. Apart from hurricanes, regular storms have led to recurrent evacuation orders due to the persisting flood risks. As hurricane frequency and intensity are projected to increase due to climate change, it is crucial for St. Augustine residents to be prepared for more frequent and significant hurricane impacts.