Islamorada, nestled in the Florida Keys archipelago, is especially vulnerable to the threat of hurricanes due to its location on the coastline and relatively low elevation. The unique geographical characteristics of the region make it susceptible to the surge of ocean waters triggered by hurricane force winds, high tides, and heavy rainfall, often leading to devastating flooding. The islands' maximum elevation of only 13 feet above sea level renders it highly susceptible to such inundations, and significant damages to both property and infrastructure are common during major storm events. Widespread power outages, interruption to water supplies, and a crippling of transport networks are other profound impacts these storms are likely to have on Islamorada. In terms of its storm history, Islamorada has experienced multiple significant hurricanes and floods over the past 30 years. The most notorious would perhaps be Hurricane Irma in 2017, a formidable Category 4 storm that wreaked havoc across the Florida Keys, causing extensive structural damage and significant loss of life. Prior to Irma, hurricanes such as Wilma and Katrina in 2005 also wrought destruction to the island chain. It should also be noted that due to climate change, sea levels in the region are projected to rise over the coming decades, which will further escalate Islamorada's vulnerability to storm events and associated flooding. Hence, residents of this area need to be well-prepared for hurricane scenarios and aware of emergency evacuation procedures.