Polk Emergency Mgmt

Polk County Emergency Management hosted a wildfire coordination meeting today at the Polk County EOC. The meeting brought together local partners to help ensure agencies are ready to respond quickly during brush fire season. #PolkCountyFL #PolkCountyEmergencyManagement

Brush fire safety: Follow burn restrictions, clear flammable debris and report smoke. Help keep Polk County safe. #PolkCountyFL #PolkCountyEM #SevereWeatherAwarenessWeek #ExtremeTemperatures #BrushFireSafety

Hurricane season will be here before you know it. Use Severe Weather Awareness Week to review your hurricane plan, check your emergency supplies and learn about other safety hazards that severe weather can cause. #PolkCountyFL #PolkCountyEM #SevereWeatherAwarenessWeek

Thunderstorms and tornadoes can happen in Polk County. Know your safe place and practice your family emergency plan. #PolkCountyEM #SevereWeatherAwarenessWeek #PolkCountyFL #PolkCountyEmergencyManagement

During inclement weather, don’t forget about water safety. Remember to monitor local weather forecasts and plan any water activities accordingly. #PolkCountyEM #SevereWeatherAwarenessWeek

Today is the start of Severe Weather Awareness Week and we are kicking it off with Lightning Safety. Remember: When thunder roars, go indoors. Stay alert and pay attention to local weather conditions. #PolkCountyEM #SevereWeatherAwarenessWeek #LightningSafety

Polk County Emergency Management received approval for the 2025-2026 Emergency Management Preparedness and Assistance (EMPG) Subgrant Agreement. The grant funds will support countywide training, disaster exercises and equipment. #PolkCountyGov #PolkCountyEmergencyManagement

Starting Friday, Aug. 1, a permanent sales tax exemption will be available for Disaster Preparedness Supplies. For more information visit FloridaDisaster.org/Kit #PolkCountyFL #PolkEmergencyManagement #TaxExemptions #DisasterPreparedenessSupplies

The Polk County Emergency Management team works year-round to plan, prepare and respond to disasters and that includes making sure special needs shelters & staff are ready during an emergency. Fore more information about Special Needs Shelters, visit ow.ly/SqSU50W5bEv.

The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season has started and the Polk County Emergency Management team reminds residents and visitors to act now to ensure they are ready for the upcoming storm season. Read the full release here: polk-county.net/news/polk-coun… #PolkCountyFL #HurricanePreparedness

We would love for you to be a part of Polk County’s Local Mitigation Strategy Plan! To participate, attend a meeting from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at the Polk County Emergency Operations Center. This is a chance to make your voice heard.

The Polk County Emergency Management team recently received the 2025 Spirit of Leadership Polk Award for their outstanding commitment to public safety and community service from the Leadership Polk Alumni Association. To read the full release, click here: ow.ly/CvQN50VZAA4

After a storm, it’s important to use caution as you can still encounter hazards. Avoid traveling after a storm, use generators safely outdoors and prepare for the likelihood of power outages. For more safety information, visit polk-county.net/public-safety/…. #PolkCountyFL #PolkCountyEM

Storms don’t wait and neither should you. Know your safe place, enable emergency alerts & stay clear of flooded areas. Listen to local officials & stay safe. For more tips, visit polk-county.net/public-safety/…. #PolkCountyEmergencyManagement #PolkCountyFL #HurricanePreparedness

Understanding weather forecast information now, can help prepare you for hurricane season. To ensure you are prepared, rely on trusted weather forecasting resources, know your weather alerts, understand the difference between a Watch and Warning and focus on potential impacts.

Hurricane season begins June 1. Don’t wait until it’s too late. To prepare ahead you can develop an evacuation plan, assemble a disaster supply kit, create a communications plan and more. For more hurricane preparedness tips, visit: polk-county.net/public-safety/…

Hurricane season is coming. Do you know your risks? Have an emergency plan. Check if you are in a flood-prone zone. Check your home and property for storm readiness. Visit polk-county.net/public-safety/… for more preparedness tips. #PolkCountyEM #PolkCountyFL #HurricanePreparedness

Today, the Polk County EM team had the opportunity to participate in the 2025 Integrated Warning Team meeting held at Tampa International Airport to strengthen relationships ahead of the 2025 hurricane season. #PolkCountyFL #PolkCountyEmergencyManagement #PolkCountyEM

We would love for you to be a part of Polk County’s Local Mitigation Strategy Plan! To participate, attend a meeting from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025, at the Polk County Emergency Operations Center. This is a chance to make your voice heard.

Update: (Feb. 7, 2025) — The lane closure on Ronald Reagan Parkway has been reopened.

The reclaimed water line break at the intersection of Ronald Reagan Parkway/County Road 54 and Briargrove Avenue in Davenport has been repaired. Irrigation for residents has been restored. The lane closure on Ronald Reagan Parkway will continue until the roadway is repaired.