What places get hit the by hurricanes the most in central and west Florida?|181568

I am trying to find a place to live with in 30 min drive of orlando or tampa. But I want to be away from the places that are hit the most by hurricanes, winds and floods.

If you want to be within a half hour of Orlando search in towns North and South. Going East or West will put you closer towards the coast. If you want to be within a half hour of Tampa look East towards Orlando. If you can find a town about half-way between Orlando and Tampa you_ll be looking at about a 45 minute drive in either direction.

Unfortunately since Florida is a peninsula (and a relatively narrow one) there aren_t any good places to hide from hurricanes. Make sure you ask about flood plains and whether you are buying or renting make sure you have insurance including flood coverage.

The closer you are to water the more likely you_ll take a direct hit from a hurricane. Most storms loose their strength long before they reach Orlando so it_s not nearly as bad there as it is in coastal areas.

Windermere, Winter Garden, Clermont, Oviedo, Lake Mary, and Winter Park are nice areas within 30 min of Orlando. You can have a hurricane come through any part of Florida but if you_re prepared they aren_t as bad as you think. Look for a block house with newer construction. I would avoid apartment complexes and condos b/c they are poorly built.

Any place in Florida can be hit at anytime. You just have to be prepared. Here is how.

Mainly South East Like Miami Homestead and Key Largo!!