Pinellas Park, located in Pinellas County, Florida, lies near the Gulf of Mexico, making it a community highly prone to the risks associated with hurricane impacts. Due to its close proximity to the coast, Pinellas Park is vulnerable to potential threats from high-speed winds, storm surges, flooding, and heavy recurrent rainfall. In elevation terms, Pinellas Park is relatively low-lying, around 15 - 20 feet above sea level, which increases its susceptibility to flood risks. Major hurricanes have the potential to cause severe coastal and inland flooding in the town, which can lead to considerable property damage and disruptions in daily life. In addition to wind and water damage, other hurricane impacts include prolonged power outages, availability of resources like food and water, and challenges related to transportation and infrastructure. History also underlines Pinellas Park's vulnerability to hurricane impacts. In the past 30 years, Pinellas Park has been affected by several major hurricanes and tropical storms, such as Hurricane Elena in 1985, hurricanes Erin and Opal in 1995, Hurricane Charley in 2004, and Hurricane Irma in 2017. Among these, Irma caused significant flooding in Pinellas Park. The town was also subjected to damaging winds which resulted in substantial power outages, massive tree falls, and significant structural damage to buildings. Therefore, hurricane preparedness is an essential consideration for residents and authorities in Pinellas Park.