Hurricane season is long, and while we have officially been in season for a while, the most destructive hurricanes have almost always occurred in August and September. We are now halfway through August, so even if there’s no storms forming out at sea now, don’t become too comfortable. Hurricane escape plans, especially for the Florida Keys, can be tricky. The number one element is to remember that you need to heed all warnings. If you are told to evacuate, you need to do it. Homes can be replaced. Because things always get a little rocky and tough during a mandatory evacuation, we suggest you have three things available at all times.

Three Things To Always Have During Hurricane Season

  • Money and important documents
  • An Escape Route
  • Fresh Water in Your Vehicle

When massive storms outbreak, there may be multiple serious happenings at once – torrential rain and flooding, sea swell, electrical blowouts (which can cause fires), and the washing away of roads and infrastructure. This level of storm is very unusual but always a possibility, so you need to be prepared. Have a copy of your birth certificate and other important documents in a locked box in your home that you can grab very quickly if need be. As Hurricane Katrina taught us, they are nearly impossibly to duplicate after a devastating storm. On the same token, it may be a good idea to have cash money because card readers may go down for miles.
You need to have a plan about how and when you will leave. Are you taking others? What are you doing with you pets? Which route is the safest? The earlier you leave, the less traffic you encounter and the safer you are.
Keep a couple gallons of fresh water in your vehicle at all times. That way, even if your car becomes disabled by a road that is impassible or similar, you don’t have to worry about thirst. These are minimal standards – you will likely need to have many more plans in place, but this is a basic guide to get you thinking about safety.

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

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

112 Bounty Lane N $5,990,000

112 Bounty Lane N KEY LARGO, Florida

5 Beds 5 Baths 4,822 SqFt 0.180 Acres

3574 Overseas Highway 1-7 $4,800,000

3574 Overseas Highway 1-7 MARATHON, Florida

5 Beds 4 Baths 7,706 SqFt

100099 Overseas Highway $4,749,000

100099 Overseas Highway KEY LARGO, Florida

2 Baths 4,680 SqFt

30770 Overseas Highway $3,995,000

30770 Overseas Highway Big Pine, Florida

12,560 SqFt

919 - 921 Duval Street $3,750,000

919 - 921 Duval Street KEY WEST, Florida

9 Beds 6 Baths 4,173 SqFt

10 Ocean Drive E $3,699,000

10 Ocean Drive E MARATHON, Florida

5 Beds 3 Baths 2,832 SqFt 0.290 Acres

96180 Overseas Highway $3,600,000

96180 Overseas Highway KEY LARGO, Florida

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,445 SqFt 0.960 Acres

770 107th Street Ocean $3,500,000

770 107th Street Ocean MARATHON, Florida

33,977 SqFt

770 107Th St Ocean $3,500,000

770 107Th St Ocean MARATHON, Florida

101350 Overseas Highway $3,250,000

101350 Overseas Highway KEY LARGO, Florida

2 Baths 6,674 SqFt

155 Atlantic Circle Drive $3,100,000

155 Atlantic Circle Drive KEY LARGO, Florida

3 Beds 2 Baths 2,694 SqFt

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Newest Key West Commercial Properties on the Market

Prime Commercial Real Estate in Big Pine Key. The property offers 125 footage on US1 and 200 feet deep. With access from the front of the building to the back. Back of the property is fenced with extra storage facilities. Metal building, metal roof, two half baths, two lofts, front office space. $1,545,000 Active

31133 Ave A Big Pine, Florida

2 Baths 2,460 SqFt

Come and Use this precious space at a prime location! There is so much foot traffic in this area. Your business here at 300 Southard Street Unit 103 is at a Great location. Parking space provided as well. Renting for $950. Ideal spot right by Truman Annex and in between Southard Street and Thomas Street. $950 Active

300 Southard Street 103 KEY WEST, Florida

5 Baths 135 SqFt

Hard to find office space available at Conch Harbor Retail Center. Suitable for office, at the corner of Caroline and Grinnell Streets. Men and Women's bathrooms, outdoor seating in courtyard. Neighbors include Prime 951 Steakhouse, Dante's Pool Bar and Restaurant and West Marine. Sales tax is in addition to rent quoted, minimum one-year lease. $4,328.33 Active

951 Caroline Street 207 KEY WEST, Florida

2 Baths

2,705 SF lot in X Flood Zone on White Street in Key West. Zoned HNC-1, see documents tab for land uses. Buyer to verify if any build back rights. Owner is a licensed FL Realtor. $499,000 Active

1212 White Street KEY WEST, Florida


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