Lee County was devastated by Hurricane Ian in September 2022, the deadliest Florida hurricane since 1935, killing over 100 people in the county alone. Fort Myers Beach was nearly completely destroyed. Ian made landfall as a Category 4 with storm surge exceeding 15 feet in some areas. The county is still recovering from one of the costliest disasters in US history.
// 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 | 62 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Ian (2022) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 3–5 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (239) 533-0622 |
| Emergency Shelters | 32 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-75 North, US-41 North, SR-80 East |
// Recommended Preparedness Gear
Based on Lee 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 | Lee County FL |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| Population | 760822 |
| Area | 804 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone VE (Critical Risk) |
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Hurricane / Storm Surge
9/10
Critical
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Hurricane / Flooding
5/10
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Hurricane / Flooding
5/10
Moderate
Flagler County FL
Hurricane / Storm Surge
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Hurricane / Storm Surge
8/10
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Hurricane / Storm Surge
8/10
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