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28.15°N -81.47°W
Poinciana, Florida
Polk 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 Poinciana.
Poinciana, Florida, based in Osceola and Polk counties, is located inland, reducing the direct threat from storm surges associated with hurricanes. However, the distance from the ocean does not completely eliminate the hurricane risk. The area is generally flat, and with a low elevation, resultant flooding from excessive rainfall could be a significant issue during a hurricane. Extreme winds can also cause considerable damage to infrastructure and disrupt daily life. Communities close to large bodies of water, such as Lake Tohopekaliga and Lake Hatchineha, should have plans in place for potential flooding due to the increased likelihood of precipitation during a storm.
Analyzing the past 30 years, the major tropical cyclones that affected Poinciana include Hurricane Charley in 2004, Hurricane Frances, and Hurricane Jeanne in the same year. Charley was particularly devastating, with Poinciana experiencing high winds and heavy rainfall leading to damage. 2004 was a tough year all around for the central Florida area. In 2017, Hurricane Irma also brought strong winds and flooding to Poinciana. Considering the past history and geography, residents should always remain prepared for potential hurricane occurrences, despite being inland. Always heed evacuation orders and implement measures such as hurricane shutters, emergency kits, and flooding insurance plans.
Poinciana, Florida, based in Osceola and Polk counties, is located inland, reducing the direct threat from storm surges associated with hurricanes. However, the distance from the ocean does not completely eliminate the hurricane risk. The area is generally flat, and with a low elevation, resultant flooding from excessive rainfall could be a significant issue during a hurricane. Extreme winds can also cause considerable damage to infrastructure and disrupt daily life. Communities close to large bodies of water, such as Lake Tohopekaliga and Lake Hatchineha, should have plans in place for potential flooding due to the increased likelihood of precipitation during a storm. Analyzing the past 30 years, the major tropical cyclones that affected Poinciana include Hurricane Charley in 2004, Hurricane Frances, and Hurricane Jeanne in the same year. Charley was particularly devastating, with Poinciana experiencing high winds and heavy rainfall leading to damage. 2004 was a tough year all around for the central Florida area. In 2017, Hurricane Irma also brought strong winds and flooding to Poinciana. Considering the past history and geography, residents should always remain prepared for potential hurricane occurrences, despite being inland. Always heed evacuation orders and implement measures such as hurricane shutters, emergency kits, and flooding insurance plans.
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