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Fire-rescue calls more than double after Hurricane Irma

Fire-rescue calls in Polk County increased to more than twice their previous level after Hurricane Irma. The report indicates elevated emergency-service demand following the hurricane.

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A sharp rise in emergency calls can strain local response capacity during post-storm recovery.

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  1. Fire Rescue Calls More Than Double Post Hurricane Irma — Polk County News ↗dailyridge.com · Recorded source date: Sep 6, 2026, 11:16 PM UTC

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