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Old 07-30-2020, 06:46 AM
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Originally Posted by Stu from NYC View Post
Thought the Villages is typically spared the worst of hurricanes being fairly far inland.
My late husband was the Southeastern US Territorial Manager for the National Flood Insurance Program for 25 years. I have seen A TON of hurricanes come through to include Hugo, Andrew, Katrina, Wilma, and all of their colleagues! I wouldn’t be in The Villages if I were very concerned about hurricane activity.

That said, it is always a good idea to have plenty of water and cash on hand (along with batteries for your radio if necessary).