Charlotte County was ground zero for Hurricane Ian's catastrophic landfall in September 2022. Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte took a direct Category 4 hit with storm surge exceeding 12 feet in some areas. The county sustained billions in damage and is considered one of the most hurricane-vulnerable counties on the Gulf Coast due to its low elevation and coastal geometry.
// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 9 / 10 Critical Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Storm Surge |
| Secondary Hazard | Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone VE (Critical Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 58 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Ian (2022) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 3–5 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (941) 833-4000 |
| Emergency Shelters | 16 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-75 North, US-41 North, SR-776 East |
// Recommended Preparedness Gear
Based on Charlotte County FL's primary hazard profile (Hurricane / Storm Surge), the following gear is recommended for a Critical risk area.
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// County Profile
| County | Charlotte County FL |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| Population | 185978 |
| Area | 694 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone VE (Critical Risk) |
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Hurricane / Flooding
5/10
Moderate
Duval County FL
Hurricane / Flooding
7/10
High
Monroe County FL
Hurricane / Storm Surge
10/10
Critical
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Hurricane / Storm Surge
9/10
Critical
Bay County FL
Hurricane / Storm Surge
9/10
Critical
Collier County FL
Hurricane / Storm Surge
8/10
High