Moderate Risk Florida  ·  Hurricane / Storm Surge

Santa Rosa County FL

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LAST UPDATED: Mar 2026

7/ 10
Threat Score
Population
174
Area
1,012
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Hurricane / Storm Surge
FEMA Disasters
8
federally declared

Santa Rosa County FL in Florida faces hurricane / storm surge risk across its 1,012 square mile area. Milton was struck by Michael and Sally and hosts Whiting Field Naval Air Station. Santa Rosa serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 7 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Hurricane / Storm Surge
Secondary Hazard Tornado
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 8
Last Major Event Sally 2020
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (850) 983-1880
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Santa Rosa County FL
State Florida (FL)
Population 174
Area 1,012 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Gulf Breeze FL

// Cities in This County

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