Marion County in North Central Florida faces moderate hurricane risk primarily from wind and inland flooding as storms track northward through the state. Irma caused significant tree and property damage across Ocala in 2017. The county's Silver Springs State Park and Ocklawaha River system create localized flood risk during heavy rainfall events.
// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Tornado |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Low-Moderate Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 30 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Irma (2017) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 6–8 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (352) 369-8100 |
| Emergency Shelters | 16 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-75 North, US-441 North, SR-200 West, US-27 South |
// Recommended Preparedness Gear
Based on Marion 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 | Marion County FL |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| Population | 375908 |
| Area | 1652 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone X (Low-Moderate Risk) |
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Hurricane / Storm Surge
9/10
Critical
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Hurricane / Flooding
7/10
High
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Hurricane / Flooding
5/10
Moderate
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Hurricane / Storm Surge
9/10
Critical
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Hurricane / Flooding
6/10
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Citrus County FL
Hurricane / Storm Surge
7/10
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