Evacuation Information
Evacuation Saves Lives
Know your zone and be prepared.
Evacuation Zones
Zone Descriptions
Evacuation orders are announced by zone. This tiered approach looks at:
- Elevation
- Isolation
- Storm surge vulnerability
- Each zone is vulnerable to different levels of storm surge flooding
- The category of a storm is NOT always the best indicator of how much surge a storm may produce
St. Johns County Evacuation Zones: A, B, C, D, E or F
- Zone A – Most low-lying areas along the coast
- Zones B, C, D, and E – Progress inland as you get further away from the coast and higher in elevation
- Zone F – An area along the St. Johns River that is vulnerable to flooding
Identify your zone to know when to evacuate, especially if you’re in low-lying coastal or river areas. Plan ahead and evacuate early if your home might be unsafe during a hurricane.
Route Descriptions
If you live in > You should evacuate to:
City of St. Augustine (On the mainland): North on US-1, turn West onto SR-16 or proceed South-West on SR-207 or South on US-1, proceed to I-95 or points West.
City of St. Augustine (Davis Shores, Anastasia Island South to St. Augustine Alligator Farm): SR-A1A, proceed West across Bridge of Lions, to US-1 North or US-1 South and / or to SR-16, or SR-207 to I-95 or points West.
City of St. Augustine and Anastasia Island North of the St. Augustine Amphitheater: Proceed North on SR-A1A across the Bridge of Lions, then West.
City of St. Augustine and Anastasia Island South of the St. Augustine Amphitheater: Proceed South on SR-A1A, turn West on SR-312, proceed across 312 Bridge to SR-207, proceed to I-95 or points West.
City of St. Augustine Beach: North to SR-312, proceed across 312 Bridge to SR-207, proceed to I-95 or points West.
From the intersection of Ocean Trace Rd. and A1A to Crescent Beach: South on SR-A1A to Crescent Beach, turn West on SR-206, proceed across Crescent Beach Bridge to US-1, proceed to I-95 or points West.
Crescent Beach to Flagler County Line: North on SR-A1A to Crescent Beach, turn West on SR-206, proceed across Crescent Beach Bridge to US-1, proceed to I-95 or points West.
Palm Valley / Nocatee area: Proceed South-West to CR-210, proceed to I-95 or points West.
Ponte Vedra Beach / Sawgrass: North on SR-A1A, turn West onto Butler Blvd., proceed to I-95 or points West.
On coast halfway between Micklers Landing & South Ponte Vedra BeacH: North of Guana Dam, go North to SR-A1A, proceed West across Palm Valley Bridge on CR-210. South of Guana Dam, go South on SR-A1A, proceed West across Vilano Bridge. Continue West on SR-16 to I-95 or points West.
St.Johns River
SR-13 North of CR-210: Proceed East along CR-210 or Greenbriar Road to I-95; or North along SR-13 into Duval County; or east on Racetrack Road to areas outside the evacuation zone.
SR-13 North of CR-214: Proceed East along CR-208 or SR-16 to I-95; or West along SR-16 across the Shands Bridge; or East on CR-214 to areas outside the evacuation zone.
CR-13 South of CR-214: Proceed East along SR-207 or SR-206 to I-95; or West along SR-207 into Putnam County; or east on CR-214 to areas outside the evacuation zone.
Evacuation Orders
- Evacuation Order indicates potential life-threatening conditions in your area.
- Take evacuation orders seriously; they are issued only when there’s a genuine threat to your well-being.
- Prompt evacuation is crucial to avoid being stranded in areas unreachable by help.
- Trust government and emergency officials; don’t second guess their decisions.
- When instructed to evacuate, act immediately for your safety and the safety of others.
- Remember, evacuation saves lives.
If your area receives an Evacuation Order
- Follow the instructions and advice of your local government. If you are advised to evacuate, do so promptly to avoid traffic jams and rising water.
- Decide where you and your family will stay during the disaster.
- Double check Emergency Supply Kit.
- Tell someone (outside of the storm area if possible) where you are going.
- While shelters are available in a disaster, officials urge those with other options, such as a friend or relative’s inland home, or a motel, to go there rather than a shelter.
- Plan to evacuate if you live in a mobile home.
If you must go to a shelter
- Shelter openings will be announced over television, radio, and social media when the evacuation is ordered. Schools that will be opened as shelters may not be the school nearest your home.
- Prepare your home before leaving.
- Take important documents and insurance papers with you.
Evacuation Assistance
Assistance is available to individuals who may need a ride to an evacuation shelter.
Shelter Types
*Pre-registration is required for Special Medical Needs shelters.
