Natural Disaster Risk in Ocklawaha

Natural Hazard Profile: Ocklawaha, Florida

Ocklawaha, in Marion County, is a town of roughly 9,318 residents situated near the Atlantic Coast of the southeastern United States. Its tropical climate brings warm temperatures year-round and high humidity, and in particular a June–November hurricane season that defines the risk landscape. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Ocklawaha residents and property owners must navigate.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, Ocklawaha carries an overall risk score of 6.8/10, placing it in the high category. Hurricane and tropical storm exposure tops the local risk profile, with the community vulnerable to storm surge, high sustained winds, and flooding rainfall during the June–November season. The area also faces notable exposure to lightning and tornado.

Within Florida, Ocklawaha's risk is, slightly above the 5.7/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Marion County identifies hurricane as the foremost hazard, followed by lightning and tornado. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

Ocklawaha's high risk designation reflects meaningful exposure to natural hazards. Residents should verify that their insurance covers the area's primary risks, prepare a family emergency plan, and stay informed about seasonal hazard peaks through local weather and emergency management services.