St. Lucie County on Florida's Treasure Coast was struck directly by Hurricane Frances in 2004, and then again by Jeanne just three weeks later — an almost unprecedented double direct hit. The county's coastal location on the Atlantic makes it vulnerable to both direct landfalls and glancing blows from storms tracking up the Florida coast.
// 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 High Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Tornado |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE (High Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 48 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Frances (2004) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 4–5 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (772) 462-1780 |
| Emergency Shelters | 20 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-95 North, Florida's Turnpike North, US-1 North, SR-70 West |
// County Profile
| County | St. Lucie County FL |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| Population | 361,347 |
| Area | 572 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone AE (High Risk) |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
// Other Florida Counties
// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.