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Hurricane Season on the Florida Coast: What Every Homeowner Needs to Know

Florida's hurricane season runs June 1 through November 30. If you live on the coast — especially in Charlotte County or Punta Gorda — here is what you need to do before the first storm, and what to know if one hits.

Permits Automated·April 28, 2026

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Storm Surge: The Deadliest Hurricane Threat on the Florida Gulf Coast

Most people fear hurricane winds. But on Florida's Gulf Coast, storm surge kills more people than any other hurricane hazard. Here is what it is, how it behaves, and what it means for your home in Charlotte County or Punta Gorda.

Permits Automated·April 28, 2026

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Why Insurance Companies Are Leaving Florida — And What Homeowners Can Do

Florida is experiencing an insurance crisis unlike anything in its history. Major carriers have exited the state, rates have doubled or tripled, and Citizens Insurance is stretched beyond its capacity. Here is what is happening and what you can do to protect yourself.

Permits Automated·April 28, 2026