County: Monroe
ZIP Codes: 33040



Big Coppitt Key, Florida, being a low-lying island, is directly in the line of impact for potentially devastating hurricanes, and is also at high risk for flooding due to its proximity to the ocean and lack of elevation. The threat extends beyond wind damage to include storm surges, flooding, and even the potential risk of isolation due to washed-out roads or bridges. Additionally, its geographical location, relatively close to the Atlantic and the Gulf of Mexico, makes it both a prime target for tropical storms and hurricanes and a potential disaster zone for surges that can well exceed the island's elevation. Over the last 30 years, Big Coppitt Key has experienced several significant weather events. Most notably was Hurricane Irma in September 2017, which made landfall in the Florida Keys as a Category 4 hurricane and caused extensive damage from both wind and storm surge. Flooding has historically been a significant threat with previous hurricanes such as Hurricane Wilma in 2005 causing massive surge-related flooding on the island. Furthermore, being a small island community, prompt evacuation and adequate preparation become major considerations to mitigate the loss of life and property.






This page shows the hurricane evacuation zone for Big Coppitt Key, Florida, based on official state and local data. Your evacuation zone indicates your area’s 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 surge—water driven ashore by a hurricane—is 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 Big Coppitt Key, Florida sits in relation to zone boundaries. For the most authoritative and up-to-date boundaries, use the official “know your zone” 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 guide—not 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.