Cape Coral was catastrophically devastated by Hurricane Ian in September 2022 when the Category 4 storm made landfall just south of the city with a storm surge of up to 18 feet. Ian was the deadliest Florida hurricane since 1935 killing over 150 people across Lee County. Cape Coral with its 400 miles of canals — more than any other city in the world — experienced widespread inundation as storm surge pushed water throughout the entire canal system destroying thousands of homes.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
- Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
- Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
- Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.
// Recommended Supplies
Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 9 / 10 Critical |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Storm Surge |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone VE (Critical Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 62 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Ian (2022) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (239) 574-0430 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-75 North, US-41 North, SR-80 East |
| Elevation | 10 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Lee County FL
Florida · Hurricane / Storm Surge
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9/10
Critical Risk