The town of Vamo, located in Sarasota County on the Gulf Coast of Florida, is particularly vulnerable to the threats posed by hurricanes given its close proximity to the Gulf of Mexico. With much of the town at a significantly lower elevation, well under 25 feet above sea level, and being directly on the water, the risks from storm surge and flooding are substantial. Hurricanes often produce heavy rainfall, leading to significant flooding, especially in coastal areas with poor drainage or in regions where the ground is already saturated. Over the past 30 years, Vamo has experienced a number of major hurricanes and tropical storms, which have led to severe flooding and damage. In particular, Hurricane Charley in 2004 caused significant destruction as a Category 4 storm passing through Florida's Gulf Coast. More recently, Hurricane Irma in 2017 skirted Vamo but still managed to drive massive storm surges and heavy rainfall producing vast flood damage to the town. The potential inundation from hurricane-induced storm surges, together with the potential for heavy rainfall, underscores the need for effective evacuation plans and appropriate safety measures before, during, and after hurricane landfalls in Vamo, Florida.