Osprey, Florida, being located directly on the Gulf coast, faces an elevated risk from hurricanes, with potential for significant impact from storm surges, strong winds, and heavy rains. The area's low elevation increases its vulnerability to flooding, and its coastal positioning means that storm surges can be particularly destructive. Furthermore, the region's abundant bodies of water, coupled with heavy rainfall, can exacerbate the flood risk during hurricanes. Osprey is known for experiencing regular tropical storms and hurricanes, which often bring extensive rainfall and catastrophic flooding to the region. Over the past 30 years, several significant storms have impacted Osprey, two of the most notable are Hurricane Charley in 2004 and Hurricane Irma in 2017. Hurricane Charley, a category 4 storm, brought heavy winds up to 150 mph and storm surge, resulting in widespread damage to structures and significant flooding in low-lying areas. More recently, Hurricane Irma in 2017, a category 4 hurricane at landfall on the Florida peninsula, brought significant wind damage, rainfall, and storm surge to Osprey. These two hurricanes serve as powerful reminders of the hurricane risk faced by Osprey residents. With a changing climate, the risk of similar storm events in the future may be increasing. Regular monitoring of weather updates during the hurricane season and having a well-planned evacuation strategy is strongly advised for residents.