Williamsburg, Florida, falls well within the state's high-risk hurricane zone. It is located approximately 70 miles inland from either coast and has a low average elevation of 105 feet above sea level. Due to its distance from the coast, the community may not face storm surges as its coastal neighbors would, but this doesn't leave it void of risk. Heavy rainfall accumulation from hurricanes has historically led to flooding in the area, particularly in low-lying or poor drainage sectors. The high rainfall coupled with the low elevation and flat terrain often results in more widespread flooding issues, saturating the ground and creating issues with overland runoff and localized flooding. While no specific major hurricanes have directly made landfall in Williamsburg in the past 30 years, it has been affected by numerous such storms, including Hurricane Irma in 2017, which caused widespread power outages and catastrophic flooding in some portions of the town. It's important for residents and local authorities to prepare for possible flooding, structural damage from high winds, and sporadic or prolonged power outages. Future hurricanes could potentially be slower moving storms causing an increase in overall rain duration and intensity, leading to an enhanced risk of flooding. Preparedness measures should consider these potential risks and should include securing loose objects, reinforcing structures, establishing evacuation plans, and the stocking of emergency supplies.