Vision Now Ready for the Storm: Hurricane Preparedness in Lakeland
In this episode of Listen Lakeland, host Pat Steed, a long-time leader in urban and regional planning and Vice-Chair of Lakeland Vision Board of Directors , sits down with two key figures on the frontlines of our city’s emergency response: David Cox, Emergency Manager for the City of Lakeland, and Korey Bush, Assistant General Manager of Customer Service at Lakeland Electric. With hurricane season fast approaching, they dive into the lessons learned from last year’s devastating Hurricane Milton and discuss how Lakeland’s municipal teams have enhanced their strategies for preparation, communication, and recovery. From real-time outage alerts and infrastructure hardening to FEMA coordination and the importance of personal emergency plans, this episode delivers crucial insights for every Lakeland resident. Tune in and find out how you can be better prepared—and more connected—as a member of a resilient community.
Related Vision Focus Area and Goals:
- Lifelong Education
- Jobs for a Vibrant Economy
- Activities for a Diverse Community
- Strong and Safe Neighborhoods
Hurricanes can threaten all areas of our vibrant community.
What We Do
Lakeland Vision collaborates with a broad range of community stakeholders to implement a comprehensive action plan shaped by the community’s own vision of its future.
