Palm Bay, Florida, is moderately vulnerable to hurricane impacts due to its relative proximity to the Florida east coast. The city's low elevation enhances its susceptibility to storm surge and flooding, both primary destructive effects from hurricanes. Historically, Palm Bay has seen its share of havoc from hurricanes, with storm surge and rainfall-induced flooding often causing the most damage. Even hurricanes that do not make landfall can result in significant damage through coastal erosion and marine inundation, due to the town's position on the coast. Over the past 30 years, Palm Bay has been impacted by several significant hurricanes. Hurricane Andrew in 1992 caused considerable damage in Florida, though Palm Bay was not as hard-hit as other areas. More recently, the city encountered Hurricanes Frances and Jeanne in 2004, both of which resulted in substantial rainfall and widespread flood damage. Hurricane Irma in 2017 also induced severe storm surge and wind damage. Fluctuating between Tropical Storm and Hurricane status, Dorian in 2019 caused power outages and infrastructure damage in Palm Bay. Because of this history and Palm Bay’s geological features, it is essential for residents and officials to take hurricane warnings seriously and implement proper preparedness measures.