Polk County, FL
11/14/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/14/2026 21:31
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Polk County Fire Rescue Engine Involved in Two-Vehicle Crash
Published: November 14, 2026
Bartow, Fla. (Nov. 14, 2026) - While responding to a call with lights and sirens on, a Polk County Fire Rescue engine was involved in a two-vehicle crash around 6:26 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, off State Road 60 and Walk in Water Road near Lake Wales.
The driver of the car involved in the crash was transported by air to a local hospital. No PCFR members were injured in the collision.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is currently investigating the crash. Eastbound State Road 60 is partially closed but is expected to reopen soon.
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