Sarasota County warns storms differ, heed current forecasts
Sarasota County, Fla. — Sarasota County Emergency Services says every storm is different and people should not rely on past experiences. In 2024, Sarasota County experienced storm surge and flooding even outside the forecast cone, the agency said.
The takeaway: Don’t focus on where a storm was, focus on what officials are telling you now. Officials urge residents to stay informed and stay ready.
Understand Forecast Information
- Rely on forecasts from the National Hurricane Center and your local National Weather Service office
- Know your alerts and the difference between a Watch and a Warning
- Focus on potential impacts, regardless of storm size or category
- Know that deadly hazards occur well outside of the Forecast Cone
For more information, visit weather.gov/hurricane.
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Source: Sarasota County Emergency Services
| May 17, 2026 at 12:23 PM | EMS |
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