Sorrento, Florida, while not directly at the coast, is near enough to the coast (approximately 45 miles inland) that it could experience significant impacts from hurricanes such as high winds, heavy rains, and tornadoes spawned by the hurricane system. The town's relatively low elevation, with most parts under 100 feet above sea level, does make it potentially susceptible to flooding from prolonged or heavy rain events associated with hurricanes. In addition to these meteorological considerations, interruptions in power, damages to public infrastructure, impacts to agriculture, and general economic disruptions should also be expected from a major hurricane impact. Historically, Sorrento has not been the epicenter of any major hurricanes in the last 30 years, which is not to say it hasn't experienced impact from these storm systems. For instance, in 2004, the city was impacted by several hurricanes including Charley, Frances, and Jeanne which brought heavy rainfall and high winds to the region with a lot of structural damage and power cuts. Additionally, even tropical storms and other less intense weather systems, like Tropical Storm Fay in 2008, have caused significant flooding in Sorrento and the surrounding areas. Therefore, even though Sorrento is somewhat sheltered from the absolute worst hurricane conditions due to its inland location, residents should remain vigilant and prepared for future storm threats.