Milton recovery; health care & aging
Trinity Laurino
Executive Director
One week out from Milton and collectively we’re still assessing damages and picking up the pieces. I think our team at LkldNow showed incredible resiliency and ingenuity in how our tiny newsroom delivered so much news throughout the storm and we will continue to cover the effects and recovery here in Lakeland.
Like so many of you, we’re also working to return to our more normal schedules. Our Candid Conversation on Health care and Aging is going forward as planned for Oct. 26 at noon at First Presbyterian Church. This event will feature Jody Streussnig, senior manager of programs for the Alzheimer’s Association Florida Gulf Coast and we will be providing a boxed lunch to all registrants.
Local Resources for After the Storm
Links to local, state and national information sources to find help or ways to help out.
Milton Roundup: Sandbags, Debris Pickups, Missing Pets, Parks, More
Also: roof protection serviceks, food and water distribution ending, parkway tolls still suspended, Orange Cup Regatta canceled.
Flooded Lake Bonny Residents Organize as Water Continues Rising
Sheriff’s deputies waded door-to-door through the Lakeland Livin’ Mobile Home Park asking residents if they wanted to evacuate.
Lakelanders Show Gratitude as Effort to Restore Power Winds Down
On Tuesday afternoon, 300 Lakeland Electric customers remained without power out of 86,000+ immediately after Hurricane Milton.
5 Million Gallons and Counting: Lakeland Tallies Wastewater Spills Caused by Milton
The massive surge of water sent sewage into at least six waterways.
‘Insurance Village’ at RP Funding Center Will Help With Hurricane Claims
Company representatives will meet with property owners, who are asked to bring full documentation.
Clothing Offered for People Left in Dire Need by Hurricane Milton
At least two local organizations are giving away clothing to people who are in dire need because of Hurricane Milton. Hidden Gem Consignment is offering free clothes and toys for the next few […]
Lakeland Electric Expects Power to Be Restored to Most by Wednesday
The earlier prediction had been Friday; there could be delays for those with damaged electrical equipment or extensive flooding.
A Day in the Green Swamp: Flooded Neighbors Getting and Giving Help
Sheriff’s deputy: ‘It was kind of difficult giving people food and water due to them wanting to help their neighbor’
With 90% Restored, Lakeland Electric Provides Timeline for Remaining Customers
The utility has updated its outage map to give its best estimate for full power restoration in 10 of its 11 zones.
Flooding Increases as Rain-Swollen Rivers Push Water into Polk Lakes
In the days after Hurricane Milton, Lakeland residents struggle with flooding as lake levels continue rising.
Polk County Declared Disaster Area; Schools Closed Monday & Tuesday
Residents and businesses will now be able to apply for federal disaster assistance.
Lakeland Electric Restores Power to Nearly 65,000, With 21,000 Left to Go
Public schools: A decision is expected sometime this weekend on when classes will resume.
Lakeland Electric: Full Power Restoration Will Take At Least 7 Days
30,600 customers remained without power at 4 p.m. Friday; those with flooding can expect longer restoration times.
Photo Slideshow: Lakeland Recovers From Hurricane Milton
Around town, people cleaned up, mopped up and began the process of rebuilding.
Woman Struggles in Vain to Reach Ailing Father During Storm
When she called 9-1-1- to have him rescued, it was the height of the hurricane and she was unaware it was a life-or-death situation.
CURATED LAKELAND NEWS
Buildings on Oakmont Lane near CR 540A flood as Lake Seward continues rising | News Channel 8
Lakeland’s lakes manager explains the city’s hurricane preparations and the ‘perfect storm’ that produced record flooding | The Ledger
Storm ripped roof off All Aboard Learning Station near Bonnet Springs Park | News Channel 8
Lakeland man, 33, killed in single-motorcycle crash in Kathleen | 10 Tampa Bay
English Creek flooded Medulla Road homes; it’s the first time, a 52-year resident says | ABC Action News
Video: Amy Welsh of Lakeland recounts efforts to get to her dad during the storm | CBC
Two houses sink into massive hole on Willow Wisp Drive in Kathleen | Fox 13 News
Video: Deputies use boats to rescue residents at flooded Melody Acres Mobile Home Park | PBS via TikTok
Retired FSC President Anne Kerr joins Winter Park firm as a senior consultant on higher education branding | the32789
CANCELED: Some of this weekend’s major events were canceled because of Hurricane Milton recovery, including the Orange Cup Regatta and the Central Florida Food & Wine Fest.
Here are a few events that are proceeding:
Learn about downtown Lakeland | Thursday | Lakeland Public Library | 5:30 p.m.
Jim Edwards, history buff and former Lakeland Downtown Development director, discusses the evolution of Lakeland’s core through its early days and changes brought through preservation efforts. Free.
Check out classic cars | Friday-Sunday | Lake Mirror and downtown
The Lake Mirror Classic Concours & Car Shows kicks off with a hot rod rendezvous Friday from 5 to 9 p.m. The main events – the Concours d’Elegance and the Downtown Classic Car Show – take place Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event ends with a road tour through Central Florida on Sunday morning. | Free to view the cars.
Watch classic horror films | Friday | Silvermoon Drive in | 7:30 p.m.
The Silvermoon’s Halloween Marathon – rescheduled from last weekend – includes classics: “Dracula,” “Frankenstein,” “The Mummy,” The Bride of Frankenstein” and “The Wolf Man.” $35 per car.
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