Port Orange, Florida, located just a few miles southwest of Daytona Beach, is notably susceptible to hurricanes due to its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. With virtually no elevation to serve as a natural barrier for storm surges, the town is particularly vulnerable to flooding from heavy rains, high tides, and hurricanes. As it is in the hurricane-prone state of Florida, Port Orange needs to be consistently prepared for the risk of such events, factoring in potential damages not just from high winds, but also from severe storm surges and inland flooding. Furthermore, the existing infrastructure and landscape have the potential to exacerbate the flood situation since Florida's high water table and generally flat terrain can intensify flooding, even from smaller storms. In the past 30 years, Port Orange has experienced impacts from major hurricanes such as Floyd in 1999, Frances and Jeanne in 2004, and Matthew in 2016. For instance, Hurricane Matthew, a Category 3 hurricane, caused considerable flooding in Port Orange and subjected residents to high-speed winds, heavy rains, and subsequent power outages. Hurricane Jeanne, which followed just weeks after Frances in 2004, brought significant flooding and extensive damage to Port Orange and the entire Volusia County. With that historical context, along with the ever-present risk of similar disasters in the future, residents and businesses in Port Orange must employ perennial, thorough storm preparedness measures. They need to prioritize flood mitigation and disaster readiness in case of the inevitable return of destructive hurricanes.