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26.25°N -81.71°W
Island Walk, Florida
Collier Co.
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- 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 Island Walk.
Island Walk, Florida, exists under a significant hurricane threat, primarily due to its closeness to the Atlantic Ocean coast. The topography of the area is relatively flat, and its proximity to sea level, at an average elevation of just above sea level, introduces a considerable risk of storm surges. These surges, combined with the substantial rainfall typical of tropical storms and hurricanes, significantly magnify the risk of flooding, which Island Walk has experienced due to this set of circumstances. The surrounding bodies of water can cause a rapid rise in water levels, exacerbating flooding situations. Therefore, residents must maintain vigilance during hurricane season and be prepared to evacuate if instructed.
Over the past 30 years, Island Walk has been within the potential path of several significant hurricanes. For example, in 2005, Hurricane Wilma, a category 3 hurricane, caused significant flooding and damage in the area. Similarly, Hurricane Irma in 2017, a category 4 storm, caused substantial destruction and flooding across Southwest Florida, with Island Walk being no exception. Given Island Walk's hurricane history and the increasing threat due to climate change, it is essential to take precautions and monitor tropical storm developments closely, especially during the Atlantic hurricane season from June through November.
Island Walk, Florida, exists under a significant hurricane threat, primarily due to its closeness to the Atlantic Ocean coast. The topography of the area is relatively flat, and its proximity to sea level, at an average elevation of just above sea level, introduces a considerable risk of storm surges. These surges, combined with the substantial rainfall typical of tropical storms and hurricanes, significantly magnify the risk of flooding, which Island Walk has experienced due to this set of circumstances. The surrounding bodies of water can cause a rapid rise in water levels, exacerbating flooding situations. Therefore, residents must maintain vigilance during hurricane season and be prepared to evacuate if instructed. Over the past 30 years, Island Walk has been within the potential path of several significant hurricanes. For example, in 2005, Hurricane Wilma, a category 3 hurricane, caused significant flooding and damage in the area. Similarly, Hurricane Irma in 2017, a category 4 storm, caused substantial destruction and flooding across Southwest Florida, with Island Walk being no exception. Given Island Walk's hurricane history and the increasing threat due to climate change, it is essential to take precautions and monitor tropical storm developments closely, especially during the Atlantic hurricane season from June through November.
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