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27.91°N -82.83°W
Harbor Bluffs, Florida
Pinellas Co.
What this means for you.
Always check the State of Florida's Know Your Zone Map for the latest evacuation zone information.
- 01Sign up for local alertsYour county's emergency notification service. Free, takes 90 seconds.
- 02Pre-pick a destinationFriend, family, hotel, or pet-friendly Red Cross shelter inland. Avoid deciding last-minute.
- 03Build a 3-day go-kitWater, meds, documents, chargers, cash. Keep it by your bedroom door.
- 04Verify on the official mapBoundaries can change between seasons. The state map is always the final word.
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About Harbor Bluffs.
Harbor Bluffs, Florida, being a municipality located right along the Gulf Coast, is particularly vulnerable to sturdy hurricanes and tropical storms. With an average elevation of just a few feet above sea level, the risk of storm surge and flooding is substantial, especially when linked with high tide. This town's coastal landscape and low elevation make it susceptible to heavy rainfalls, which further instigate drainage problems, resulting in possible flooding. The high wind speeds associated with hurricanes can also cause significant damage to infrastructure, including buildings and transportation networks.
Over the past 30 years, Harbor Bluffs has seen its share of hurricanes including major ones like Hurricane Irma in 2017 and Hurricane Charley in 2004. Hurricane Irma, a Category 4 storm particularly caused extensive flooding and wind damage. While Hurricane Charley, a Category 4 storm at landfall, did not directly hit Harbor Bluffs, its catastrophic winds still reached the town and caused considerable damage. It's important to note that even less severe hurricanes can still bring about devastating impacts to this area, due to the potential for storm surge and flooding in combination with other weather-related hazards. Therefore, the community should always adhere to the hurricane preparedness information disseminated by local weather agencies and authorities.
Harbor Bluffs, Florida, being a municipality located right along the Gulf Coast, is particularly vulnerable to sturdy hurricanes and tropical storms. With an average elevation of just a few feet above sea level, the risk of storm surge and flooding is substantial, especially when linked with high tide. This town's coastal landscape and low elevation make it susceptible to heavy rainfalls, which further instigate drainage problems, resulting in possible flooding. The high wind speeds associated with hurricanes can also cause significant damage to infrastructure, including buildings and transportation networks. Over the past 30 years, Harbor Bluffs has seen its share of hurricanes including major ones like Hurricane Irma in 2017 and Hurricane Charley in 2004. Hurricane Irma, a Category 4 storm particularly caused extensive flooding and wind damage. While Hurricane Charley, a Category 4 storm at landfall, did not directly hit Harbor Bluffs, its catastrophic winds still reached the town and caused considerable damage. It's important to note that even less severe hurricanes can still bring about devastating impacts to this area, due to the potential for storm surge and flooding in combination with other weather-related hazards. Therefore, the community should always adhere to the hurricane preparedness information disseminated by local weather agencies and authorities.
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