07/11/2026
Flood zones vs Evacuation zones
FEMA flood zones and hurricane evacuation zones are different. FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps indicate the likelihood of flooding and are used to determine building and flood insurance requirements. Hurricane evacuation zones are based on storm surge flood risk.
You can find both your FEMA Flood Zone and your hurricane evacuation zone here: https://floodmaps.pinellas.gov/.
👉🏼 Pinellas County manages floodplains in unincorporated areas. Report issues through Pinellas See-Click-Fix at https://pinellas.gov/services/report-a-problem-in-your-community/. For city areas, please contact your municipality. The Floodplain Friday series is part of our public education program.