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26.32°N -80.10°W
Deerfield Beach, Florida
Broward Co.
What this means for you.
Always check the State of Florida's Know Your Zone Map for the latest evacuation zone information.
- 01Sign up for local alertsYour county's emergency notification service. Free, takes 90 seconds.
- 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 Deerfield Beach.
Deerfield Beach, Florida, owing to its coastal location, is highly vulnerable to hurricane threats and impacts. Being a low-lying area and resting at sea level, it remains susceptible to storm surges and flooding from major downpours. The town's position on the Atlantic coast exposes it directly to the hazards associated with hurricanes, including devastating winds, heavy rainfall, and flooding. PDAs (Preliminary Damage Assessments) reveal that flooding events have resulted in significant damage to structures and the overall infrastructure within the last 30 years, highlighting the city’s flood risk susceptibility.
History records several major hurricanes affecting Deerfield Beach in the past few decades. For example, Hurricane Andrew in 1992 caused widespread damage, and more recently, Hurricane Irma in 2017 left a significant impact on the community. Increasing trends of sea-level rise, due to climate change, enhance the vulnerability of this area. The city needs efficient coastal management strategies that include robust mitigation and adaptation plans that cater to the potential of high-intensity storms. There's also a significant need to ensure that all building codes are enforced rigorously and adhere to the most current guidelines for hurricane-resistant structures. In addition, it is essential that the community is well educated about evacuation procedures.
Deerfield Beach, Florida, owing to its coastal location, is highly vulnerable to hurricane threats and impacts. Being a low-lying area and resting at sea level, it remains susceptible to storm surges and flooding from major downpours. The town's position on the Atlantic coast exposes it directly to the hazards associated with hurricanes, including devastating winds, heavy rainfall, and flooding. PDAs (Preliminary Damage Assessments) reveal that flooding events have resulted in significant damage to structures and the overall infrastructure within the last 30 years, highlighting the city’s flood risk susceptibility. History records several major hurricanes affecting Deerfield Beach in the past few decades. For example, Hurricane Andrew in 1992 caused widespread damage, and more recently, Hurricane Irma in 2017 left a significant impact on the community. Increasing trends of sea-level rise, due to climate change, enhance the vulnerability of this area. The city needs efficient coastal management strategies that include robust mitigation and adaptation plans that cater to the potential of high-intensity storms. There's also a significant need to ensure that all building codes are enforced rigorously and adhere to the most current guidelines for hurricane-resistant structures. In addition, it is essential that the community is well educated about evacuation procedures.
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