Live Oak, Florida, despite being located approximately 80 miles inland from the Gulf Coast, is not immune to the risks associated with hurricanes and tropical storms. Geographic considerations such as its relatively low elevation (approximately 100 feet above sea level) significantly increase its vulnerability to flooding, especially during high-intensity tropical storms with heavy rainfall. Due to its relative proximity to the Gulf coast, Live Oak is also at risk from storm surge, which can lead to inland flooding. In addition, due to the town's location in Northern Florida, it can also be impacted by hurricanes making landfall on Florida's Atlantic coast and then moving across the state. The town has experienced the impacts of major hurricanes in the past 30 years, notably Hurricanes Hermine (2016) and Irma (2017). For example, in 2017, Hurricane Irma left the entire city without power and many roads were flooded and blocked with debris. The Suwannee River, which runs through Live Oak, is also a significant flood risk during periods of heavy rain because it can easily overflow its banks and flood nearby communities. Historical flood events, such as the significant flooding during the El Niño season in 1998 further highlight the town's susceptibility to flooding. Therefore, planning and preparation for hurricane impacts in Live Oak should place significant emphasis on flood mitigation and preparedness.