The city broke ground on the long-awaited Fire Station 8 in north Lakeland on June 4. Officials say a team effort made it possible.
Tag: Lakeland Fire Department
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Construction to Begin on Fire Station 8
The city will break ground on Fire Station 8 in northwest Lakeland on June 4, and construction is expected to be completed in 395 days.
Posted inTransportation
Avelo makes Lakeland a Main Hub with More Flights and More Planes
Avelo’s local expansion triggers airport’s new safety requirements and added staff.
Posted inPublic Safety
No Backyard Fireworks: Burn Ban Still in Effect Across Polk County
Officials say drought conditions make even small sparks dangerous right now.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Wastewater, Fire Station Top Lakeland’s Legislative Wish List
City commissioners discuss timing and strategy for getting local projects in the state budget.
Posted inPublic Safety
Dry Weather Prompts Polk County Burn Ban
The ban prohibits campfires, bonfires, controlled burns and fireworks.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lakeland Approves $1.35 Million to Buy Land for NW Fire Station, but Number of Rescue Trucks Remains Unchanged
Union president worries that, although vehicles are routinely replaced, the fleet has not grown with the population.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
City Buying Land for New Fire Station in Northwest Lakeland
Fire Station 8 would be built on 2.3 acres at the corner of Sleepy Hill Road and Mall Hill Drive.
Posted inPublic Safety
Arson Suspected in ‘Suspicious’ Fire that Destroyed Former Wedgewood Golf Course Clubhouse
The Florida Advisory Committee on Arson Prevention is offering rewards of up to $5,000 for information.
Posted inPublic Safety
Massive Structure Fire Destroys Clubhouse of Former Wedgewood Golf Course in North Lakeland
The golf course closed in May 2021 and was sold to developers for a residential infill project called “Gibson Trails.”
