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28.05°N -81.85°W
Fussels Corner, Florida
Polk Co.
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- 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 Fussels Corner.
Fussels Corner, Florida, located in the Polk county of the state, can often be vulnerable to tropical cyclones due to its proximity to both the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean. Despite being somewhat inland, its relatively flat topography makes it susceptible to rainfall-based flooding events during these storms, primarily resulting from the slow-moving or stalling tropical systems that dump substantial rainfall over the area. While storm surge isn't a direct threat due to its distance from the coast, the vicinity of nearby water bodies that can rise during extreme rainfall can also contribute to flooding issues.
Over the past 30 years, several significant hurricanes and tropical storms have affected Fussels Corner. The most notable among them is Hurricane Charley in 2004, which swept through the area causing extensive wind damage and flooding. Another significant hurricane was Irma in 2017, causing widespread power outages and severe flooding due to its extended period of heavy rainfall and strong winds. Given this history, it's important for residents to stay vigilant during hurricane season and be prepared for a range of potential impacts, including high winds, heavy rainfall, and flooding. Regular reviews of evacuation routes and maintaining up-to-date emergency supplies kits can go a long way in ensuring community safety.
Fussels Corner, Florida, located in the Polk county of the state, can often be vulnerable to tropical cyclones due to its proximity to both the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean. Despite being somewhat inland, its relatively flat topography makes it susceptible to rainfall-based flooding events during these storms, primarily resulting from the slow-moving or stalling tropical systems that dump substantial rainfall over the area. While storm surge isn't a direct threat due to its distance from the coast, the vicinity of nearby water bodies that can rise during extreme rainfall can also contribute to flooding issues. Over the past 30 years, several significant hurricanes and tropical storms have affected Fussels Corner. The most notable among them is Hurricane Charley in 2004, which swept through the area causing extensive wind damage and flooding. Another significant hurricane was Irma in 2017, causing widespread power outages and severe flooding due to its extended period of heavy rainfall and strong winds. Given this history, it's important for residents to stay vigilant during hurricane season and be prepared for a range of potential impacts, including high winds, heavy rainfall, and flooding. Regular reviews of evacuation routes and maintaining up-to-date emergency supplies kits can go a long way in ensuring community safety.
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