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Storm surge risk snapshot · Pretty Bayou, FL

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Current risk outlook

Storm surge risk for Pretty Bayou, FL.

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This view focuses on storm surge exposure patterns and coastal vulnerability near this city.

Live risk outlook

MODERATE

Moderate

Next 6–24 hours: Today: Moderate (53/100) · Rain 40% · Max wind 5 to 10 mph.

1 active alert nearby.

Sources: NOAA, NWS, SPC, NHC, FEMA, USGS.

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Historical risk score

Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.

95

/ 100

Storm surge risk score95/100

For typical homes located in Pretty Bayou, FL.

Baseline context

Storm surge exposure derived from NOAA SLOSH MOM (AGL) data.

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See how Pretty Bayou scores across each hazard model.

City snapshot

All hazards combined

54/100

Flood risk

Heavy rain and low-lying flood exposure

41/100

Wind risk

Roof stress and gust-driven damage

40/100

AQI risk

Current air quality and AQI signal

18/100

Lightning risk

Thunderstorm and strike exposure

53/100

Wildfire risk

Fuels, dryness, and fire potential

55/100

Tornado risk

Historic tornado corridor exposure

100/100

Hail risk

Hail frequency and roof impact potential

32/100

Hurricane risk

Wind + surge + rain-driven flooding

66/100

Local historical hazard map

Pretty Bayou, FL

Historical baseline tiles

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Surge intelligence snapshot

Nearest tide gauge (NOAA CO-OPS)

Panama City (8729108)

Distance from Pretty Bayou: 4 mi

Observed water level: 1.74 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 May 28 at 3:08AM EDT until May 31 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Source: National Weather Service.

Wave & surf forecast

Observed wave height: 3.28 ft

Observed: local time

Buoy: Station 42039 (98 mi)

Source: NDBC buoy observations.

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5-day surge outlook

Today

MODERATE

Rain chance: 40%

Max wind: 5 to 10 mph

Risk score: 53/100

Tomorrow

MODERATE

Rain chance: 46%

Max wind: 0 to 10 mph

Risk score: 53/100

Sat

ELEVATED

Rain chance: 59%

Max wind: 5 to 15 mph

Risk score: 59/100

Sun

MODERATE

Rain chance: 50%

Max wind: 5 to 10 mph

Risk score: 53/100

Mon

MODERATE

Rain chance: 55%

Max wind: 5 to 10 mph

Risk score: 53/100

Historical storm surge exposure

Local surge data facts

Observed water level1.74 ft · 4 mi
Nearest buoy waves3.28 ft · 98 mi
Active coastal alerts1 alert

Data from NOAA CO-OPS, NHC surge advisories, and NWS marine forecasts.

Historical storm surge exposure near Pretty Bayou

  • 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 Pretty Bayou

Can storm surge affect Pretty Bayou?

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.