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Current risk outlook
Storm surge risk for Fort Walton Beach, FL.
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This view focuses on storm surge exposure patterns and coastal vulnerability near this city.
Live risk outlook
LOWLow
Next 6–24 hours: Today: Low (16/100) · Rain 0% · Max wind 15 mph.
1 active alert nearby.
Sources: NOAA, NWS, SPC, NHC, FEMA, USGS.
Local decision support
Next 24–72 hours: risk-to-action packet
Baseline
94/100
High long-term exposure
Live signal
Low
Current source-derived signal
Official alerts
1
active local alert
Practical, non-emergency steps
- STEP 1
Review coastal protection basics
Secure loose items, document the property, and review insurance and contact information before a coastal weather event.
- STEP 2
Check official coastal guidance
Review local emergency-management and NWS guidance for your location rather than relying on a risk score for evacuation or route decisions.
- STEP 3
Keep a household contact plan current
Make sure household contacts and important records are easy to reach if local conditions change.
Official source links
This packet supports preparation conversations. It is not an emergency alert, evacuation instruction, insurance quote, property inspection, or medical guidance. Follow official local instructions for time-sensitive decisions.
Historical risk score
Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.
94
/ 100
For typical homes located in Fort Walton Beach, FL.
Baseline context
Storm surge exposure derived from NOAA SLOSH MOM (AGL) data.
Compare other local risks
See how Fort Walton Beach scores across each hazard model.
City snapshot
All hazards combined
Flood risk
Heavy rain and low-lying flood exposure
Wind risk
Roof stress and gust-driven damage
AQI risk
Ingested air quality and AQI snapshot
Lightning risk
Thunderstorm and strike exposure
Wildfire risk
Fuels, dryness, and fire potential
Tornado risk
Historic tornado corridor exposure
Hail risk
Hail frequency and roof impact potential
Hurricane risk
Wind + surge + rain-driven flooding
Local historical hazard map
Fort Walton Beach, FL
Click a tile to update scores. These layers show long-term historical baseline risk, not live warnings or short-term forecast risk.
Surge intelligence snapshot
Nearest tide gauge (NOAA CO-OPS)
Pensacola (8729840)
Distance from Fort Walton Beach: 36 mi
Observed water level: 0.89 ft (MLLW)
Observed: local time
Source: NOAA CO-OPS.
NHC storm surge watch/warning
No NHC storm surge watch/warning posted.
Source: NHC advisory feed.
Coastal flood alerts (NWS)
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 9:49AM CDT until October 20 at 6:00AM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Source: National Weather Service.
Wave & surf forecast
Observed wave height: 3.28 ft
Observed: local time
Buoy: Station 42357 (64 mi)
Source: NDBC buoy observations.
Protect your home before the next storm
Use surge exposure to organize coastal preparation and coverage questions in Fort Walton Beach, FL; follow official local guidance for evacuation decisions.
Coverage request
Keep local storm exposure with the coverage questions you want to ask.
Home-protection request
Record roof, window, or hardening work you are considering around local risk.
Emergency prep essentials guide
Build a storm kit and action checklist in 30 minutes.
5-day surge outlook
Today
LOWRain chance: 0%
Max wind: 15 mph
Risk score: 16/100
Tomorrow
LOWRain chance: 0%
Max wind: 10 mph
Risk score: 10/100
Tue
LOWRain chance: 0%
Max wind: 5 to 10 mph
Risk score: 10/100
Wed
LOWRain chance: 0%
Max wind: 5 mph
Risk score: 10/100
Thu
LOWRain chance: 0%
Max wind: 5 mph
Risk score: 10/100
Historical storm surge exposure
Local surge data facts
Data from NOAA CO-OPS, NHC surge advisories, and NWS marine forecasts.
Historical storm surge exposure near Fort Walton Beach
- Surge risk is highest near the coast and tidal waterways, and drops quickly inland.
- Wind direction and storm approach angle can be as important as storm category.
- Strong storms can create surge + rainfall flooding at the same time.
Storm surge FAQs for Fort Walton Beach
Can storm surge affect Fort Walton Beach?
Yes — coastal and tidal waterways can see elevated water levels during strong storms.
Is storm surge the same as flooding?
Surge is ocean water pushed onshore by wind/pressure; flooding can also come from rainfall, rivers, and drainage issues.