Valparaiso, Florida, situated near the coastline with an average elevation of just 27 feet, is particularly vulnerable to hurricane impacts such as storm surges and flooding. The town is located at a relatively low elevation, surrounded by bodies of water like Tom's Bayou and Rocky Bayou, and with its proximity to the Gulf of Mexico, it could see significant storm surge inundation during major hurricanes. Predominantly, the risk of flooding during heavy rainfall is also substantial due to its geographical position with parts of the city located in federal flood zones. Additionally, other storm hazards, such as intense winds and tornadoes spawned by hurricanes, can cause tremendous property damage and threat to life. The historical hurricane activity in Valparaiso is significantly above Florida state average. In the past 30 years, it has experienced impacts from major hurricanes like Opal in 1995 and Ivan in 2004, in addition to countless other tropical storms and low category hurricanes. These tropical systems have made landfall along the Florida Panhandle generating substantial property damage and sometimes lethal flooding in and near Valparaiso. The city's history of hurricane impacts and its geographical characteristics necessitate comprehensive strategies and measures for hurricane preparedness and emergency response.