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28.18°N -82.35°W
Wesley Chapel, Florida
Pasco 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 Wesley Chapel.
Wesley Chapel, Florida, located around 25 miles inland from the Gulf of Mexico, is not entirely insulated from the impacts of hurricanes but it does face different storm threats compared to coastal cities. Its inland location means that the town is less likely to bear the brunt of storm surges, but it can still be significantly affected by wind and rain damage. Wesley Chapel's relatively low elevation (around 70 feet above sea level) also necessitates concern, primarily related to the potential for inland flooding during heavy rainfall. Tornadoes, a dangerous byproduct of severe storms, also pose a significant risk during hurricanes.
In terms of historical hurricane activity, although Wesley Chapel hasn't been directly hit by major hurricanes in the last 30 years, several notable storms have passed close enough to deliver significant impacts. Hurricane Irma in 2017 is a recent example. Though it made landfall south of the Tampa Bay region, its size and strength caused considerable wind damage and rainfall throughout Pasco County, including Wesley Chapel. Periods of increased rainfall, regardless of hurricanes, also pose a significant flooding risk due to the town's low-lying geography and numerous lakes and waterways. Residents of Wesley Chapel must always remain vigilant in their hurricane preparations, taking into consideration these various factors.
Wesley Chapel, Florida, located around 25 miles inland from the Gulf of Mexico, is not entirely insulated from the impacts of hurricanes but it does face different storm threats compared to coastal cities. Its inland location means that the town is less likely to bear the brunt of storm surges, but it can still be significantly affected by wind and rain damage. Wesley Chapel's relatively low elevation (around 70 feet above sea level) also necessitates concern, primarily related to the potential for inland flooding during heavy rainfall. Tornadoes, a dangerous byproduct of severe storms, also pose a significant risk during hurricanes. In terms of historical hurricane activity, although Wesley Chapel hasn't been directly hit by major hurricanes in the last 30 years, several notable storms have passed close enough to deliver significant impacts. Hurricane Irma in 2017 is a recent example. Though it made landfall south of the Tampa Bay region, its size and strength caused considerable wind damage and rainfall throughout Pasco County, including Wesley Chapel. Periods of increased rainfall, regardless of hurricanes, also pose a significant flooding risk due to the town's low-lying geography and numerous lakes and waterways. Residents of Wesley Chapel must always remain vigilant in their hurricane preparations, taking into consideration these various factors.
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