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Since 1851, 0 hurricanes and tropical storms have passed within 150 miles of Stuart. Here's what you should know.
Local note: Positioned on the Indian River Lagoon with low elevation and barrier islands offshore, Stuart's greatest hurricane hazard is storm surge and coastal flooding—recently punctuated by direct impacts from major storms such as Hurricane Ian (2019/2022 regional Cat 5s) and the near-miss of Bob (1985).
By the numbers
Total storms
0
since None
Major (Cat 3+)
0
at closest approach
Hurricanes (Cat 1+)
0
all categories
County
Martin County
Florida
The full risk breakdown for Stuart
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Preparedness
- Know your zone. Stuart is in Martin County — look up your evacuation zone here.
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- Have 3+ days of supplies. Water (1 gal/person/day), non-perishable food, medications, flashlights, batteries, cash.
- Have an evacuation plan. Know where you'll go, how you'll get there, what you'll bring.
- Follow official orders. If your zone is told to evacuate, leave. Don't wait.