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26.46°N -80.07°W
Delray Beach, Florida
Palm Beach 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 Delray Beach.
Delray Beach, Florida is located directly on the coast, which makes it particularly vulnerable to storm surges and coastal flooding caused by hurricanes. The town is at a relatively low elevation level, with its highest point only reaching an altitude of about 30 feet, and therefore, it is prone to flooding, even from less intense storms or tropical systems. The low elevation and seaside location can mean severe impacts, with potential damage to homes, businesses, and infrastructure during a strong hurricane.
Historically, Delray Beach has been significantly affected by pressure systems and hurricanes. Most notably, over the last 30 years, the town was ravaged by Hurricane Andrew in 1992 and faced significant damage from Hurricane Wilma in 2005. Additionally, Hurricane Irma in 2017 resulted in substantial rainfall and high winds, causing power outages and structural damages. Given these factors and climate change considerations, Delray Beach must always be prepared for high-impact storms and potential hurricane threats. Every hurricane season should be treated as a potential threat, with suitable measures in place to reduce the risk of damage and destruction.
Delray Beach, Florida is located directly on the coast, which makes it particularly vulnerable to storm surges and coastal flooding caused by hurricanes. The town is at a relatively low elevation level, with its highest point only reaching an altitude of about 30 feet, and therefore, it is prone to flooding, even from less intense storms or tropical systems. The low elevation and seaside location can mean severe impacts, with potential damage to homes, businesses, and infrastructure during a strong hurricane. Historically, Delray Beach has been significantly affected by pressure systems and hurricanes. Most notably, over the last 30 years, the town was ravaged by Hurricane Andrew in 1992 and faced significant damage from Hurricane Wilma in 2005. Additionally, Hurricane Irma in 2017 resulted in substantial rainfall and high winds, causing power outages and structural damages. Given these factors and climate change considerations, Delray Beach must always be prepared for high-impact storms and potential hurricane threats. Every hurricane season should be treated as a potential threat, with suitable measures in place to reduce the risk of damage and destruction.
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