POLK COUNTY, Fla. – Polk County has announced the closure of the Lake Hancock Boat ramp until further notice.
The closure is a precautionary measure in response to elevated water levels in the lake and upstream areas caused by Tropical Storm Debby.
Read: Florida Gulf Coast Fishing Report – August 6, 2024
The boat ramp, located off US Highway 98, will remain closed until water levels recede and conditions are deemed safe for boaters.
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