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 doesn’t 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.