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Hurricane Milton tracker: Latest forecast, category, path, spaghetti models TuesdayWFAA14 hours ago
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Grady Judd: Polk County preparing for Hurricane MiltonFOX 13 Tampa Bay13 hours ago
Hurricane Milton: Polk County updates & informationfox13news.com2 days ago
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Polk County hurricane shelters: what to know, what to bring and not bring
As Hurricane Milton, now a Category 5 storm, tracks toward a Wednesday night landfall near Tampa Bay and mandatory evacuations are taking effect, Polk County plans to open several shelters on Tuesday. The county released some tips on Monday for residents who might need to use the shelters. ...
Some USPS operations will temporarily suspended ahead of Hurricane Milton
As Hurricane Milton approaches, and to ensure the safety of customers and employees, the Postal Service is temporarily suspending retail and delivery operations in the specific 3-digit ZIP Code areas listed below. Additional information will be provided in the coming days to keep the public aware of the status of...
'S--- gonna get real': Woman armed with a 'bad temper' and a gun threatened and assaulted speeding driver, police say
A Florida woman who police say has a "bad temper" is facing charges — again — after allegedly beating up a speeding driver. The post ‘S— gonna get real’: Woman armed with a ‘bad temper’ and a gun threatened and assaulted speeding driver, police say first appeared on Law & Crime.
Caribbean and Haitian Flavors Coming to Winter Haven This Month
Saincere Cuisine, co-owned by Mikel Saincere, is preparing to open its doors this month at 560 Ave J SE, Winter Haven, FL 33880. The family-owned restaurant will offer quick service with a dining room, specializing in Caribbean and Haitian cuisine, Saincere said.
Polk County Parks and Environmental Lands Sites to Close
In advance of Hurricane Milton’s arrival, the following Polk County parks, facilities, and operations will close at 5 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 8 until further notice:. All programs and events at Polk’s Nature Discovery Center are canceled through the weekend and will resume after Circle B Bar Reserve reopens.
7 Polk County teams in playoff position, 5 on bubble in recent FHSAA football rankings
LAKELAND — Seven Polk County teams would make the high school football playoffs according to the most recent FHSAA power rankings that were released Tuesday morning, including two teams that are No. 1 in their region. Undefeated Lakeland, which is No. 1 in Class 7A and No. 3 in the overall rankings, remains No. 1 in 7A, Region 2. Mulberry, which also is undefeated and on pace for a historic season, is No. 1 in 3A-3. ...
Local Emergency Resources for Before and After the Storm
As LkldNow continues keeping you updated on conditions before after the storm, here are some other helpful resources to keep you informed. Stay safe, everyone. Sign up for Alert Polk emergency text updates. Gas Buddy Lakeland gasoline availability and prices. United Way resources for before and after the storm. Home...
Watson Clinic Announces Closures Due to Hurricane Milton
All Watson Clinic locations will be closed on Wednesday, October 9, and Thursday, October 10 due to the projected path of Hurricane Milton. Every effort will be made to reschedule patient appointments that were to have taken place on these dates. The following Watson Clinic locations will adhere to these closures:
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