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Hurricane Risk for Ponce, PR

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  2. Most recent hurricane
  3. Strongest ever
  4. Closest approach
  5. When hurricanes hit
  6. Recent notable storms
  7. Preparedness

Since 1851, 144 hurricanes and tropical storms have passed within 150 miles of Ponce. Here's what you should know.

Local note: Ponce’s low-lying southern coastal position and proximity to deep Caribbean waters make storm surge and destructive winds the primary threats — Hurricane Fiona's 2022 passage caused severe coastal flooding and wind damage that underscored the city's vulnerability.

By the numbers

Total storms
144
since 1851
Major (Cat 3+)
64
at closest approach
Hurricanes (Cat 1+)
103
all categories
County
Ponce County
Puerto Rico

Most recent hurricane

Ernesto (2024)

Passed within 78 miles of Ponce on August 14, 2024. Peak intensity: Cat 2 (98 mph).

The full risk breakdown for Ponce

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Preparedness

  1. Know your zone. Ponce is in Ponce County — look up your evacuation zone here.
  2. Get alerts early. Sign up below — we'll notify you when storms first form in the basin, not just when they're at your doorstep.
  3. Have 3+ days of supplies. Water (1 gal/person/day), non-perishable food, medications, flashlights, batteries, cash.
  4. Have an evacuation plan. Know where you'll go, how you'll get there, what you'll bring.
  5. Follow official orders. If your zone is told to evacuate, leave. Don't wait.
Nearby cities also covered: Mercedita, Coto Laurel, Villalba, Santa Isabel, Guayanilla, Jayuya, Coamo, Adjuntas. Data sourced from NOAA hurricane databases (HURDAT2 Atlantic, HURDAT2 East Pacific, and CPHC best-track), public domain.