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27.91°N -82.71°W
South Highpoint, Florida
Pinellas Co.
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- 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 South Highpoint.
South Highpoint, Florida is situated near the Gulf Coast, making it very vulnerable to direct strikes from hurricanes and tropical storms. The town's close proximity to the coast puts it at an elevated risk of storm surge, especially when a major hurricane strikes. Additional, South Highpoint's relatively low-lying geographical position and almost flat ground elevation increases the risk of flooding from heavy rainfall associated with these systems. The local infrastructure may also be tested by high-speed winds, which can contribute to property damage and power outages.
Historically, South Highpoint has seen its fair share of hurricane threats. For instance, in 2004, Hurricane Charley caused considerable damage in this region. More recently, Hurricane Irma in 2017 marked another significant threat to this area, causing flooding and subsequent damage to properties in South Highpoint. Both hurricanes were among the most intense to hit the region in the past decades, highlighting the town's vulnerability to this type of disaster. Therefore, it’s crucial for residents and authorities in South Highpoint to have comprehensive storm preparedness plans in place to mitigate the impacts of potential future hurricanes.
South Highpoint, Florida is situated near the Gulf Coast, making it very vulnerable to direct strikes from hurricanes and tropical storms. The town's close proximity to the coast puts it at an elevated risk of storm surge, especially when a major hurricane strikes. Additional, South Highpoint's relatively low-lying geographical position and almost flat ground elevation increases the risk of flooding from heavy rainfall associated with these systems. The local infrastructure may also be tested by high-speed winds, which can contribute to property damage and power outages. Historically, South Highpoint has seen its fair share of hurricane threats. For instance, in 2004, Hurricane Charley caused considerable damage in this region. More recently, Hurricane Irma in 2017 marked another significant threat to this area, causing flooding and subsequent damage to properties in South Highpoint. Both hurricanes were among the most intense to hit the region in the past decades, highlighting the town's vulnerability to this type of disaster. Therefore, it’s crucial for residents and authorities in South Highpoint to have comprehensive storm preparedness plans in place to mitigate the impacts of potential future hurricanes.
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