Belleair, Florida, is located on a barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico, which makes it particularly vulnerable to storm surge, high winds, and heavy rainfall brought on by hurricanes. The town's low elevation, proximity to the coastline, and accumulation of significant rainfall increase its chances of flooding. Belleair has experienced several damaging hurricanes, notably Hurricane Elena in 1985, which caused significant damage, and more recently Hurricane Irma in 2017, which resulted in widespread power outages and flooding across the town. Besides coastal flooding, Texans need to be conscious of other hurricane impacts such as strong winds which can lead to structural damage, power outages and downed trees. Heavy rainfall can also cause inland flooding impacting infrastructure and homes. Evacuation measures can be problematic due to the town's narrow streets and the limited access to the mainland via bridges. Hurricane preparations in Belleair must take into account the town's unique geographical and climatic factors, and residents should be encouraged to adhere to evacuation orders promptly when a storm is imminent.