Hurricane Risk for Savannah, GA
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Since 1851, 230 hurricanes and tropical storms have passed within 150 miles of Savannah. Here's what you should know.
By the numbers
Most recent hurricane
Chantal (2025)
Passed within 147 miles of Savannah on July 06, 2025. Peak intensity: TS (57 mph).
The full risk breakdown for Savannah
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Preparedness
- Know your zone. Savannah is in Chatham County — look up your evacuation zone here.
- 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.
- 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.