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28.04°N -81.77°W
Inwood, Florida
Polk 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 Inwood.
Inwood, Florida, given its relative proximity to the coast, is subjected to hurricane threats, especially during the Atlantic Hurricane Season (June to November). However, it should be noted that due to its inland location, the threat becomes slightly less severe compared to coastal communities but there is still a significant risk of damage from winds, rain, and possible tornadoes spawned from the hurricane. Inwood is nearly at sea level, increasing its susceptibility to flooding, particularly rain-induced, during events of heavy precipitation associated with hurricanes. The high water table in the region also contributes the ease of area flooding.
Historically, the town has been in the path of several major hurricanes over the past three decades. For instance, in 2004, the area was hard-hit by three significant hurricanes: Charley, Frances, and Jeanne. Each brought heavy rains and strong winds causing noteworthy flooding and wind damage. Additionally, Hurricane Irma in 2017 caused substantial damage in the region, due to its high wind speeds and heavy rainfall, again resulting in flooding. Therefore, when considering storm impacts for Inwood, primary concerns would revolve around high-speed winds, potential tornadoes, heavy rainfall leading to flooding, and power outages. Preparations should account for these risks in order to mitigate damage and ensure the safety of residents.
Inwood, Florida, given its relative proximity to the coast, is subjected to hurricane threats, especially during the Atlantic Hurricane Season (June to November). However, it should be noted that due to its inland location, the threat becomes slightly less severe compared to coastal communities but there is still a significant risk of damage from winds, rain, and possible tornadoes spawned from the hurricane. Inwood is nearly at sea level, increasing its susceptibility to flooding, particularly rain-induced, during events of heavy precipitation associated with hurricanes. The high water table in the region also contributes the ease of area flooding. Historically, the town has been in the path of several major hurricanes over the past three decades. For instance, in 2004, the area was hard-hit by three significant hurricanes: Charley, Frances, and Jeanne. Each brought heavy rains and strong winds causing noteworthy flooding and wind damage. Additionally, Hurricane Irma in 2017 caused substantial damage in the region, due to its high wind speeds and heavy rainfall, again resulting in flooding. Therefore, when considering storm impacts for Inwood, primary concerns would revolve around high-speed winds, potential tornadoes, heavy rainfall leading to flooding, and power outages. Preparations should account for these risks in order to mitigate damage and ensure the safety of residents.
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