Cleveland, Florida, despite its proximity to the coast, is not directly on the shoreline, which can somewhat temper the initial impact of a hurricane's wind and storm surge. Nonetheless, it remains fairly vulnerable to hurricane threats, particularly those travelling from the Gulf of Mexico. The danger can escalate due to its relatively lower elevation and the Sheriff’s Creek drainage which runs through the heart of the town and could potentially overflow, enhancing the flood risk in case of intense rainfall during a hurricane. Though the intensity of the hurricane impact can vary greatly depending on the specific storm path, residents of Cleveland must take into account both immediate hurricane effects and the potential for powerful post-storm flooding. A review of the historical hurricane data over the past 30 years reveals a number of significant hurricanes that have impacted Cleveland area. Notably, in 2004, Hurricane Charley brought intense winds and rainfall to the town, causing considerable infrastructural damage. There was also a series of hurricanes in 2004 that rampaged through Florida, which included Hurricanes Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne, although the major impact was not specifically in Cleveland but in surrounding areas, it still bore significant rainbands and squalls that caused damage. In 2017, Hurricane Irma also swept through, causing substantial rain, flooding and wind damage. This pattern suggests that Cleveland is vulnerable to hurricane impacts and residents should consider both hurricanes and severe flood risk in their preparation plans.