Direct answer

Is Fort Lauderdale, FL safe from high wind?

Fort Lauderdale has elevated wind damage exposure. Risk is meaningful at 71/100, so planning and coverage checks are recommended.

City score

71/100

Level: elevated

State average

35/100

Same hazard across FL.

Comparison

Fort Lauderdale is 36 points above the state average for this hazard.

Why this answer

Wind exposure derived from ingested design wind / climatology tiles.

This answer combines long-term hazard scoring with current live signals. Use the live page for active watch/warning context over the next 6-24 hours.

Insurance pricing and deductible structure can still vary by neighborhood and carrier, so validate policy details against this risk profile.

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