Hurricane Milton: storm surge neighborhood-by-neighborhood breakdown

As Hurricane Milton approaches Florida, residents are being urged to heed evacuation orders and prepare for significant storm surges.The peak surge is expected to occur late Wednesday afternoon and into Thursday morning as winds turn onshore.We will be on the southern side of the storm, which means winds will be blowing onshore. Even if the storm is farther away, we could still see significant impacts in terms of storm surge.Where you park your car is important during a storm like this, Make sure you’re not parked under anything that could fall, like trees.More: Know Your Zone Evacuation information and maps Charlotte County has issued evacuation orders for Zones A, B, and now C. The storm surge could reach up to 10 to 15 feet in areas north of Englewood, including Sarasota County, which is under evacuation for Zones A, B, and C.More: Shelters information The National Hurricane Center has updated storm surge forecasts of 8 to 12 feet for Charlotte Harbor and surrounding areas. Areas near water like the Peace River are at higher risk, while locations inland and farther from the coast, such as Babcock Ranch, are safer from surge. In Lee County, including Cape Coral and Fort Myers, storm surge of 8 to 12 feet is expected along the coast and near the mouth of the Caloosahatchee, though areas further along the Caloosahatchee such as downtown Fort Myers may see lower surge levels of 3 to 6 feet. Collier County, including Naples and Marco Island is expected to experience storm surge of 5 to 8 feet along the coast. Farther inland, in Glades, Hendry, and Lake Okeechobee counties, storm surge is not expected to be an issue. As the storm continues to approach, residents are urged to follow local evacuation orders and prepare for potential disruptions. Watch live continuous coverage on NBC2. Go to our Hurricane Milton: What you need to know page for the latest updates.