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26.16°N -81.73°W
Berkshire Lakes, Florida
Collier 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 Berkshire Lakes.
Berkshire Lakes, Florida faces significant risks from hurricanes due to its proximity to the coast. It's located just a little over 10 miles inland, meaning hurricanes that make landfall nearby can still impact the community greatly. The area's relatively low elevation further increases the risk, particularly from storm surge and flooding. Berkshire Lakes is primarily at risk from heavy rainfall associated with tropical systems, as its flat terrain and water-table elevation can lead to rapid flooding. When considering other hurricane impacts, residents should be prepared for potential wind damage and power outages.
In terms of its hurricane history, the most significant events in recent decades include Hurricane Irma in 2017 and Wilma in 2005. Irma, a Category 3 hurricane at landfall on Marco Island, produced heavy rainfall and severe flooding, with recorded winds over 100 mph. Only a decade prior, Hurricane Wilma, also a Category 3 at its closest approach, caused significant power outages and some flooding. These events underline the need for hurricane preparedness, including flood risk management, in Berkshire Lakes.
Berkshire Lakes, Florida faces significant risks from hurricanes due to its proximity to the coast. It's located just a little over 10 miles inland, meaning hurricanes that make landfall nearby can still impact the community greatly. The area's relatively low elevation further increases the risk, particularly from storm surge and flooding. Berkshire Lakes is primarily at risk from heavy rainfall associated with tropical systems, as its flat terrain and water-table elevation can lead to rapid flooding. When considering other hurricane impacts, residents should be prepared for potential wind damage and power outages. In terms of its hurricane history, the most significant events in recent decades include Hurricane Irma in 2017 and Wilma in 2005. Irma, a Category 3 hurricane at landfall on Marco Island, produced heavy rainfall and severe flooding, with recorded winds over 100 mph. Only a decade prior, Hurricane Wilma, also a Category 3 at its closest approach, caused significant power outages and some flooding. These events underline the need for hurricane preparedness, including flood risk management, in Berkshire Lakes.
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