Located in Orange County, Florida, Taft is centrally placed in the state, away from direct coastal impacts. Despite its inland location, however, hurricanes and tropical storms can still pose a significant risk to the area. Combined with the generally flat landscape characteristic of Florida, Taft's average elevation of only about 98 feet above sea level makes it prone to flooding after heavy rainfall, a common consequence of nearby hurricanes and tropical storms. The town’s infrastructure, homes, and businesses could potentially suffer substantial damage due to wind and flooding. Power outages, disruption in services, loss of property, and even potential injury or death could result from these severe weather events. Concerning the historical context, over the past 30 years, Florida overall has seen a number of major hurricanes impacting the state, and by extension, impacting inland regions like Taft. Hurricanes Charley (2004), Frances (2004), Jeanne (2004), Wilma (2005) and Irma (2017) brought intense winds and heavy rainfall to Central Florida, causing localized flooding and wind damage. Particularly, Irma resulted in extensive flooding and damage across the state, showing even towns in central Florida face potential risks from hurricanes, primarily through rainfall-induced flooding and wind damage. Thus, local residents must pay heed to hurricane preparedness and response guidelines to minimize potential risks.