Osceola County south of Orlando is home to a large portion of Walt Disney World and the broader tourism corridor. Its inland location reduces storm surge risk but flooding from intense hurricane rainfall affects low-lying areas. Irma caused extensive flooding across the county's agricultural communities in 2017.
// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Tornado |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 30 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Irma (2017) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 6–7 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (407) 742-0000 |
| Emergency Shelters | 18 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | Florida's Turnpike South, US-192 East, US-441 South, SR-417 |
// Recommended Preparedness Gear
Based on Osceola County FL's primary hazard profile (Hurricane / Flooding), the following gear is recommended for a Moderate risk area.
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// County Profile
| County | Osceola County FL |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| Population | 388656 |
| Area | 1506 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
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