County: Orange
ZIP Codes: 34787, 34786, 32836, 34777, 34778



Horizon West, Florida, while not as prone to direct hurricane hits as its coastal counterparts, still faces considerable hurricane threats. Its moderately close distance to both the East and West coasts of Florida, around 75 miles each way, places it within possible impact zones for hurricanes making landfall on either side of the peninsula. It is important to note that even though Horizon West is well inland, the remnants of hurricanes or their associated heavy rain bands can generate substantial rainfall, leading to flash flooding. Meanwhile, Horizon West's relatively flat elevation doesnât provide much natural protection against potential floodwaters. Over the past 30 years, several significant storms have impacted Horizon West indirectly. In 1992, Hurricane Andrew, although making landfall far to the south, still brought heavy rains and high winds to the area. More recently, in 2004, Hurricanes Charley, Frances, and Jeanne drenched the area with copious amounts of rain leading to flooding in low-lying areas. Hurricane Irma in 2017 also brought intense rain and powerful winds to Horizon West. These storms have brought significant flooding and wind damage to the Horizon West region, impacting structures and causing power outages due to fallen trees and disrupted power lines. As a growing community, Horizon West must factor these considerations into their ongoing development and emergency planning.






This page shows the hurricane evacuation zone for Horizon West, 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 Horizon West, 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.