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27.93°N -80.57°W
Grant-Valkaria, Florida
Brevard Co.
What this means for you.
Always check the State of Florida's Know Your Zone Map for the latest evacuation zone information.
- 01Sign up for local alertsYour county's emergency notification service. Free, takes 90 seconds.
- 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 Grant-Valkaria.
Grant-Valkaria, situated on the east coast of Florida, is inherently at a high risk for hurricanes due to its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. When forecasting potential storm impacts for this town, it's pertinent to consider many hurricane-related hazards, including high-speed winds, heavy rainfall leading to flooding, and storm surge. Given its coastal location, the town is particularly susceptible to storm surge, which is often the greatest threat to life and property from a hurricane. The town's relatively low elevation, largely between 0 and 20 feet, intensifies its vulnerability to such threats. Inundation from flooding can pose serious challenges to the town's infrastructure, homes, and businesses.
Looking back over the last 30 years, hurricanes and tropical storms have had significant impacts on Grant-Valkaria. Recently in 2017, the town experienced severe damage from Hurricane Irma, particularly from widespread flooding when the storm stalled over the area dumping vast amounts of rain. In 2004, the town was also impacted by hurricane Frances and Jeanne, which caused substantial flooding and wind damage. However, it is important to remember that the impacts of each storm can vary widely, depending on the storm's specific characteristics and its track. Therefore, residents should always stay informed and prepared for the unpredictable nature of hurricanes.
Grant-Valkaria, situated on the east coast of Florida, is inherently at a high risk for hurricanes due to its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. When forecasting potential storm impacts for this town, it's pertinent to consider many hurricane-related hazards, including high-speed winds, heavy rainfall leading to flooding, and storm surge. Given its coastal location, the town is particularly susceptible to storm surge, which is often the greatest threat to life and property from a hurricane. The town's relatively low elevation, largely between 0 and 20 feet, intensifies its vulnerability to such threats. Inundation from flooding can pose serious challenges to the town's infrastructure, homes, and businesses. Looking back over the last 30 years, hurricanes and tropical storms have had significant impacts on Grant-Valkaria. Recently in 2017, the town experienced severe damage from Hurricane Irma, particularly from widespread flooding when the storm stalled over the area dumping vast amounts of rain. In 2004, the town was also impacted by hurricane Frances and Jeanne, which caused substantial flooding and wind damage. However, it is important to remember that the impacts of each storm can vary widely, depending on the storm's specific characteristics and its track. Therefore, residents should always stay informed and prepared for the unpredictable nature of hurricanes.
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