Panama City was catastrophically devastated by Hurricane Michael on October 10 2018 when the Category 5 storm made landfall near Mexico Beach just east of the city with 160 mph winds — the strongest hurricane to ever strike the Florida Panhandle. Tyndall Air Force Base was virtually destroyed with F-22 Raptor stealth fighters damaged. The city and surrounding Bay County experienced years-long recovery from the most intense Atlantic hurricane landfall since Andrew in 1992.
// 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 | 60 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Michael (2018) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (850) 872-3100 |
| Evacuation Routes | US-231 North, US-98 East, SR-20 North, I-10 West |
| Elevation | 10 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.