• Favorites
    • Sign up/Log in
    •  305-296-1400
    •  Email
    •  Locations

Commercial Real Estate in Key West & the Florida Keys by RE/MAXCommercial Real Estate in Key West & the Florida Keys by RE/MAX

  • Menu
  • Home
  • Commercial Search
    • Commercial Property Search
    • Our Commercial Properties
    • Newest Commercial on the Market
  • Property Types
    • Bars & Restaurants
    • Office Buildings
    • Marinas
    • Hotels/Motels/B & B’s
    • Investment Properties
    • Leasing
    • Industrial/Warehouses/Other
    • Business Opportunities
    • Multi-Unit
  • Selling Your Property
    • Commercial Property Valuation
    • Residential Property Valuation
  • Search by Area
    • Key Largo
    • Islamorada
    • Marathon
    • Big Pine Keys
    • Key West
    • Duval Street
  • Residential Search
  • About
    • About Us
    • Meet the Team
    • Client Reviews
  • Blog
  • Contact

Five Must Haves For Hurricane Evacuation In The Florida Keys

Nobody wants to think about it, but everyone who lives along the coast has to – and that’s what is needed in a hurricane evacuation. While the Florida Keys have escaped most major hurricanes in the last decade, that doesn’t mean a major one couldn’t strike at any time. It’s best to be prepared all of the time. The Florida Keys Have a long hurricane season, which is June 1 – November 30. It’s more likely a hurricane will hit between August 15 and October 1, as summer gives way to fall. (That’s easy to forget in the Keys, as the temperature change is very subtle!) However, it’s important to remember that theoretically, a hurricane could strike at any time of the year. It’s best to always be prepared.

Five Must Haves For Hurricane Evacuation In The Florida Keys

  • Have an evacuation plan
  • Have a plan for pets
  • Have a stash of money only for hurricane use
  • Keep bottled water in your vehicle
  • Keep your gas tank full during height of hurricane season

In many evacuation zones, all you have to do is drive twenty or so miles to a friend’s house and you have complied with the mandatory evacuation and will be safe. Not true for The Keys. You need to get all the way out of the keys, and depending on where you live, this may take days under a mandatory evacuation. You need to get a weather app on your phone, and as soon as they begin to talk about mandatory evacuations, leave. You need to get safely inland at least to somewhere that’s not coastal Florida. That’s not an easy feat. Many have friends, family, or former co-workers or classmates they could stay with. If not, know that many churches and schools will open their doors. The main thing you need is the mindset to go at earliest call.

You need to take your pets. Many places in inland Florida have places that will allow you to hunker down and wait out the storm with your pets, but if you don’t ask family, friends, or research places that might take pets now, you will be overwhelmed when the time comes. When you read stories of dogs and cats being left behind during hurricanes, it’s safe to say the majority did not want to do that. They weren’t heartless people who wanted their pets to drown; they became distressed and overwhelmed, likely took a bet, stayed until the last minute, and lost. Their priority then needed to be human life. It would be heartbreaking to say the least, so again – leave at earliest call and have a plan. It’s not a bad idea to throw a bag of your pet’s food, dishes, and a blanket in your vehicle now as well.

Many people live paycheck to paycheck and nobody can fault that. However, keeping several hundred dollars only for hurricane funds is a great idea. It’s a good idea to keep it in cash, too, in case electronics go down. Where you decide to store it is up to you, but it should be somewhere that you can quickly grab but not easily stolen by others. How can you get this money? If you have people who ask what you want for your birthday or Christmas, tell them “hurricane cash.” Most people who live near you or love you will be more than happy to oblige.

Always keep a few gallons of bottled water in your vehicle. It’s a good idea to change it out every few months, and it is inexpensive. It will be invaluable if the need arises.

During hurricane season, don’t run your gas tank on empty! Although weather models are good at predicting storms, storms can also quickly turn. Make sure you always have a full tank of gas so all you have to so is grab your cash, people and animals, throw your bag in the car, and go! We’ve all seen the nightmare footage of gas stations backed up for a mile and gas stations with no more gas. Avoid that drama and have a little peace of mind.

Living in the Florida Keys is paradise, but even paradise needs a little preparation. Happy “hurricane-free” season!

Hot Key West Business Opportunities

101600 Overseas Highway $20,000,000

101600 Overseas Highway KEY LARGO, Florida

3 Beds 3 Baths 3,717 SqFt

139 Seaside Avenue $10,500,000

139 Seaside Avenue KEY LARGO, Florida

5 Beds 7 Baths 6,740 SqFt

5730 4Th Avenue $9,995,000

5730 4Th Avenue Stock Island, Florida

9 Baths 6,444 SqFt

1622 Overseas Highway $9,900,000

1622 Overseas Highway MARATHON, Florida

3,400 SqFt

12685 Overseas Highway $8,500,000

12685 Overseas Highway MARATHON, Florida

5,607 SqFt

517 Duval & 518 Bahama Street $7,500,000

517 Duval & 518 Bahama Street KEY WEST, Florida

4 Baths 7,854 SqFt

3428 Roosevelt Boulevard N 1,2,3,4,5,6 $5,995,000

3428 Roosevelt Boulevard N 1,2,3,4,5,6 KEY WEST, Florida

7 Baths 8,046 SqFt

$5,250,000

Key Largo, Florida

2 Baths 4,680 SqFt

96180 Overseas Highway $4,900,000

96180 Overseas Highway KEY LARGO, Florida

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,445 SqFt 0.960 Acres

919 - 921 Duval Street $3,750,000

919 - 921 Duval Street KEY WEST, Florida

9 Beds 6 Baths 4,173 SqFt

101350 Overseas Highway $3,250,000

101350 Overseas Highway KEY LARGO, Florida

2 Baths 6,674 SqFt

1100 Indies Drive S $2,725,000

1100 Indies Drive S Duck, Florida

4 Beds 4 Baths 3,402 SqFt 0.290 Acres

100150 Overseas Highway $2,400,000

100150 Overseas Highway KEY LARGO, Florida

2,436 SqFt

352 Seaview Drive E $2,200,000

352 Seaview Drive E Duck, Florida

2 Beds 3 Baths 1,440 SqFt 0.190 Acres

218 Bristol Court $1,999,000

218 Bristol Court Tavernier, Florida

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,628 SqFt 0.150 Acres

Are You Looking for Commercial Property in the Florida Keys?

Use our site to search commercial real estate in Key West and all of the Florida Keys. Unlike the “big name” sites out there, our site is directly connected to our local MLS and is updated with new properties every HOUR. By creating a Property Manager account you can stay on top of the newest businesses that go up on the market and get Price Change alerts so you can stay ahead of other buyers and beat them to the best deals!

In the meantime, check out these 1-click searches:

  • All Businesses for Sale
  • Office Buildings
  • Hotels, Motels & Bed & Breakfasts
  • Bars & Restaurants
  • Marinas for Sale in Key West
  • Investment Properties
  • Business Opportunities

Newest Key West Commercial Properties on the Market

Offices on Eaton Street located in downtown Key West. If you are looking for a small private office join the friendly business environment at Key West Theater catering to local small business owners. Office 215 is a corner office with a large open space and close, approximately 320sq.ft.  Wifi, electric and water included, sales tax is in addition to the monthly rent quoted. $1,400 Active

524 Eaton Street 215 KEY WEST, Florida

2 Baths

2nd Story lease space suitable for office/work shop/storage in a 9 unit compound on Stock Island. Large front room with built in cabinets, 2nd smaller room for storage, additional office space and a half bathroom. Secure fenced lot, an off street parking space and circular drive for truck delivery or pick up. Rent includes utilities. First, Last and Security (one month rent) will move you in. $1,745.79 Active

5625 2Nd Avenue UP Stock Island, Florida

6,219 SqFt

Retail Space available in one of Key West's three major power centers. Overseas Market boasts one of the most desirable tenant bases on the island with Winn-Dixie, Denny's, Ross, CVS Drugstores, Verizon, GNC, Goldman's Deli, BodyZone, AutoZone, Five Guys, Dominos and more... There is ample parking & traffic light entry into the shopping center. Monthly rent quoted is Base Rent Only, in addition are triple net charges and sales tax. $4,083.33 Active

2730 Roosevelt Boulevard N KEY WEST, Florida

1 Baths 178,707 SqFt

Commercial Space Directly in the Middle of Gulfside Village. Triple Net Long Term Lease with existing Verizon Wireless tenants. Excellent Visibility! Excellent Rental History! Gulfside Village offers ample parking spaces, clean shopping center and friendly retail owners. Unit 21 has 1,860 sq feet of space, half bathroom and large storage/office area in the back of the store. Please DO NOT DISTURB the existing tenants/company. $600,000 Active

5800 Overseas Highway 21 MARATHON, Florida

1 Baths 1,860 SqFt


View ALL

Posted in: Buyers, Buying Commercial Real Estate, Environmental Concerns For Businesses, Florida Keys Communities Series, State of Florida, Uncategorized Tagged: Five Must Haves For Hurricane Evacuation In The Florida Keys, florida keys hurricane evacuation, hurricane evacuation, hurricane florida keys, hurricane season florida keys

About Curtis A. Skomp, CCIM

Subscribe to our mailing list

* indicates required



Primary Interest *

Describe Yourself *


Post navigation

« How To Cut Your Water Costs By More Than Half
How To Make The Most Out Of A Bad Review On Social Media »

Key West Office

RE/MAX ALL KEYS REAL ESTATE
305-296-1400 Office

Business Address:
517 Duval St Suite 200, Key West, FL 33040

View RE/MAX All Keys Real Estate Key West location on Google

Key Largo Office

RE/MAX ALL KEYS REAL ESTATE
305-451-0060 Office

Business Address:
98880 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037

View RE/MAX All Keys Real Estate Key Largo location on Google

Miami Office

RE/MAX Advance Realty
305-444-7111 Office

Business Address:
11010 SW 88th St. Ste. 200, Miami, FL 33176

View RE/MAX Advance Realty South Miami location on Google

© 2023 · Curtis A. Skomp, CCIM · 305-304-0084 · Sitemap · IDX Sitemap · IDX XML Sitemap · Commercial Properties Key West FL
Disclaimer - All Rights Reserved by RE/MAX Commercial

Licensed in Florida | Key West FL Commercial Real Estate

AREAS WE COVER:

33040, 33043, 33042, 33050, 33036, 33037
Key West, Stock Island, Big Pine Keys, Marathon, Islamorada, Key Largo

Log in · Agent Center Page · Real Estate Website by Real Estate Websites by YourSiteNeedsMe.com