County: Orange
ZIP Codes: 32821



Williamsburg, Florida, falls well within the state's high-risk hurricane zone. It is located approximately 70 miles inland from either coast and has a low average elevation of 105 feet above sea level. Due to its distance from the coast, the community may not face storm surges as its coastal neighbors would, but this doesn't leave it void of risk. Heavy rainfall accumulation from hurricanes has historically led to flooding in the area, particularly in low-lying or poor drainage sectors. The high rainfall coupled with the low elevation and flat terrain often results in more widespread flooding issues, saturating the ground and creating issues with overland runoff and localized flooding. While no specific major hurricanes have directly made landfall in Williamsburg in the past 30 years, it has been affected by numerous such storms, including Hurricane Irma in 2017, which caused widespread power outages and catastrophic flooding in some portions of the town. It's important for residents and local authorities to prepare for possible flooding, structural damage from high winds, and sporadic or prolonged power outages. Future hurricanes could potentially be slower moving storms causing an increase in overall rain duration and intensity, leading to an enhanced risk of flooding. Preparedness measures should consider these potential risks and should include securing loose objects, reinforcing structures, establishing evacuation plans, and the stocking of emergency supplies.






This page shows the hurricane evacuation zone for Williamsburg, Florida, based on official state and local data. Your evacuation zone indicates your area’s risk from storm surge and flooding during a hurricane or tropical storm. When officials issue evacuation orders, they often do so by zone (e.g., Zone A, Zone B), so knowing your zone helps you understand when and whether you may need to evacuate. Always confirm with the official state or county evacuation zone map linked above, as boundaries can be updated.
To see evacuation zones for other cities and towns in your state, visit our hurricane evacuation zones in FL page and choose a different town. For a full list of states we cover, see hurricane evacuation zones by state. You can also use our hurricane evacuation zone by ZIP code lookup to quickly find your zone by ZIP code.
Storm surge—water driven ashore by a hurricane—is one of the greatest threats to life and property in coastal and low-lying areas. Evacuation zones are drawn using elevation, historical surge data, and flood models so that the most vulnerable areas are identified in advance. If you are in a higher-risk zone, having an evacuation plan and a go-kit ready can save critical time when an order is issued. This hurricane evacuation zone lookup gives you a clear starting point so you can plan ahead and stay informed.
Hurricane preparedness goes beyond knowing your zone. It includes having an evacuation route, a family communication plan, emergency supplies (water, food, medications, important documents), and a plan for pets. The hurricane supplies list on this page is a good basis for a go-kit. We also recommend signing up for local emergency alerts and following your state and county emergency management offices for the latest evacuation zone information and orders.
The primary evacuation zone shown at the top of this page is derived from the same type of data that state and local emergency managers use. The map on this site helps you see where Williamsburg, Florida sits in relation to zone boundaries. For the most authoritative and up-to-date boundaries, use the official “know your zone” or evacuation zone map link provided above; we link to it so you can verify your zone before and during hurricane season.
If you need to look up another address or town, return to our state evacuation zone page for FL to choose a different city or town, or go to our main hurricane evacuation zones by state page to switch states. Our ZIP code evacuation zone lookup is another way to quickly find hurricane evacuation zone information by ZIP code across the regions we support.
When a hurricane or tropical storm threatens, follow the guidance of your local emergency management office and the National Weather Service. Evacuation orders are issued based on the specific storm track and intensity, so your zone is a guide—not a substitute for official instructions. By using this site to find your evacuation zone and prepare in advance, you give yourself and your family a better chance of staying safe when the next storm approaches.