DeLand Florida is home to Stetson University and serves as the county seat of Volusia County — which includes Daytona Beach on the coast. The city sits inland from the Atlantic coast but experiences significant hurricane impacts from systems making landfall to the east. Tornado activity is common in Volusia County. DeLand sits near the St Johns River watershed which experiences flooding during hurricane events. The city serves as an inland hurricane evacuation destination for coastal Volusia County communities.
// 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 | 6 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Tornado / Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE (High Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 52 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Matthew (2016) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 386-626-7000 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-95 North, I-4 West, US-1 North, US-92 West |
| Elevation | 72 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Volusia County FL
Florida · Hurricane / Flooding
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7/10
High Risk