Fort Walton Beach faces hurricane and surge risk with major military infrastructure nearby on the Emerald Coast.
// 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
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- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 8 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Storm Surge / Military Infrastructure |
| FEMA Flood Zone | High |
| County FEMA Declarations | 8 |
| Last Major Event | Michael 2018 |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 850-833-9556 |
| Evacuation Routes | US-98 I-10 FL-85 FL-293 |
| Elevation | 20 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Okaloosa County FL
Florida · Hurricane / Storm Surge
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7/10
High Risk