Storm Surge/Tide — Gulf, Florida

2005-07-10 · Gulf, Florida

Event narrative

A five to eight foot storm surge caused major coastal flooding and severe beach erosion. The Gulf County EMA reported extensive damage at Cape San Blas beyond the Stumphole. The road at the Stumphole was severely damaged and will require repair of the rock. Highway 98 at Highland View was washed out. Indian Pass Road and a portion of Cape San Blas Road were closed. 615 homes were damaged and 10 homes destroyed. Nine businesses were destroyed and six damaged. At least 60 homes have been condemned.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5463695. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.