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Current risk outlook
Storm surge risk for Port St. Lucie, 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 (28/100) · Rain 19% · Max wind 15 to 20 mph.
No active local alerts at this moment.
Sources: NOAA, NWS, SPC, NHC, FEMA, USGS.
Historical risk score
Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.
31
/ 100
For typical homes located in Port St. Lucie, FL.
Baseline context
Storm surge exposure derived from NOAA SLOSH MOM (AGL) data.
Compare other local risks
See how Port St. Lucie 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
Port St. Lucie, FL
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Surge intelligence snapshot
Nearest tide gauge (NOAA CO-OPS)
Lake Worth Pier, Atlantic Ocean (8722670)
Distance from Port St. Lucie: 51 mi
Observed water level: 3.47 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)
No coastal flood alerts at this time.
Source: National Weather Service.
Wave & surf forecast
Next 24h max seas: 13.00 ft
Marine zone: Coastal waters from Jupiter Inlet to Deerfield Beach FL out 20 NM
Source: NWS marine zone forecast.
Protect your home before the next storm
Use surge exposure to organize coastal preparation and coverage questions in Port St. Lucie, FL; follow official local guidance for evacuation decisions.
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5-day surge outlook
Today
LOWRain chance: 19%
Max wind: 15 to 20 mph
Risk score: 28/100
Tomorrow
LOWRain chance: 21%
Max wind: 15 mph
Risk score: 31/100
Tue
LOWRain chance: 7%
Max wind: 10 to 15 mph
Risk score: 16/100
Wed
LOWRain chance: 10%
Max wind: 10 to 15 mph
Risk score: 24/100
Thu
LOWRain chance: 8%
Max wind: 10 to 15 mph
Risk score: 16/100
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 Port St. Lucie
- 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 Port St. Lucie
Can storm surge affect Port St. Lucie?
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.