High Risk Florida  ·  Hurricane / Storm Surge

Hollywood FL

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  FLORIDA

8 / 10
Threat Score
Population
153,627
Elevation
9
feet above sea level
Primary Hazard
Hurricane / Storm Surge
County FEMA Disasters
62
federally declared

Hollywood between Miami and Fort Lauderdale on Florida's Gold Coast faces serious Atlantic hurricane and storm surge exposure. The city sits at very low elevation with direct ocean and Intracoastal Waterway frontage creating surge vulnerability from multiple directions. Wilma in 2005 caused major damage across Broward County. The city's location between two major metro areas creates complex multi-jurisdictional emergency coordination requirements during major hurricane events.

// 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 Score8 / 10   High
Primary HazardHurricane / Storm Surge
FEMA Flood ZoneZone AE (High Risk)
County FEMA Declarations62
Last Major EventHurricane Wilma (2005)

// Emergency Information

Emergency Phone (954) 967-4357
Evacuation RoutesI-95 North, I-75 North, US-441 North, SR-84 West
Elevation9 ft above sea level

// County Risk Profile

Broward County FL
Florida · Hurricane / Storm Surge
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8/10
High Risk

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// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.

Turkey Point Nuclear Plant FL
Nuclear Power Plant  ·  Homestead  ·  Florida Power and Light  ·  10-mi risk zone
9/10 Critical

Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.