County: Sumter
ZIP Codes: 33538



Lake Panasoffkee, being an inland town in central Florida located approximately 60 miles from the Gulf Coast and around 65 miles from the Atlantic coast, is somewhat shielded from direct hits from hurricanes. However, hurricanes that make landfall along Floridaâs coastline can still cause significant damage inland, primarily due to strong winds and heavy rainfall. Although the townâs elevation is relatively low, at approximately 41 feet above sea level, the threat of storm surge is not significant due to its location. However, the central location does place it in a risk zone for freshwater flooding from heavy rains, which could swell local waterways and are likely to cause damage to property, infrastructure, and potentially cause harm to citizens. Regarding historical events, one of the most notable in the past thirty years was Hurricane Irma in 2017, which, though weakened to a tropical storm by the time of its passage over Lake Panasoffkee, still caused considerable damage due to its large size and the significant rainfall it brought. Residents of Lake Panasoffkee should be prepared for high winds, power outages, heavy rainfall, and potentially destructive floodwatersâeven from hurricanes making landfall along the coastâgiven Florida's susceptibility to hurricanes and tropical storms. Further, they should consider that even if a storm does not hit the area directly, the ensuing days of heavy rainfall might still pose a significant threat.






This page shows the hurricane evacuation zone for Lake Panasoffkee, Florida, based on official state and local data. Your evacuation zone indicates your areaâs risk from storm surge and flooding during a hurricane or tropical storm. When officials issue evacuation orders, they often do so by zone (e.g., Zone A, Zone B), so knowing your zone helps you understand when and whether you may need to evacuate. Always confirm with the official state or county evacuation zone map linked above, as boundaries can be updated.
To see evacuation zones for other cities and towns in your state, visit our hurricane evacuation zones in FL page and choose a different town. For a full list of states we cover, see hurricane evacuation zones by state. You can also use our hurricane evacuation zone by ZIP code lookup to quickly find your zone by ZIP code.
Storm surgeâwater driven ashore by a hurricaneâis one of the greatest threats to life and property in coastal and low-lying areas. Evacuation zones are drawn using elevation, historical surge data, and flood models so that the most vulnerable areas are identified in advance. If you are in a higher-risk zone, having an evacuation plan and a go-kit ready can save critical time when an order is issued. This hurricane evacuation zone lookup gives you a clear starting point so you can plan ahead and stay informed.
Hurricane preparedness goes beyond knowing your zone. It includes having an evacuation route, a family communication plan, emergency supplies (water, food, medications, important documents), and a plan for pets. The hurricane supplies list on this page is a good basis for a go-kit. We also recommend signing up for local emergency alerts and following your state and county emergency management offices for the latest evacuation zone information and orders.
The primary evacuation zone shown at the top of this page is derived from the same type of data that state and local emergency managers use. The map on this site helps you see where Lake Panasoffkee, Florida sits in relation to zone boundaries. For the most authoritative and up-to-date boundaries, use the official âknow your zoneâ or evacuation zone map link provided above; we link to it so you can verify your zone before and during hurricane season.
If you need to look up another address or town, return to our state evacuation zone page for FL to choose a different city or town, or go to our main hurricane evacuation zones by state page to switch states. Our ZIP code evacuation zone lookup is another way to quickly find hurricane evacuation zone information by ZIP code across the regions we support.
When a hurricane or tropical storm threatens, follow the guidance of your local emergency management office and the National Weather Service. Evacuation orders are issued based on the specific storm track and intensity, so your zone is a guideânot a substitute for official instructions. By using this site to find your evacuation zone and prepare in advance, you give yourself and your family a better chance of staying safe when the next storm approaches.