Lake City Fire Department

06/13/2026

Watch the forecast, plan accordingly and bring an umbrella, maybe this needed rain will come!

Increasing thunderstorm coverage is expected this afternoon with scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms, especially south of Waycross, GA.

Storms will move slowly, and strong storms may produce rainfall at a rate of 3 to 5 inches per hour. Though individual storms aren't likely to last an hour, they still have the potential to wring out 1 to 2 inches of rain as they "pulse up."

Heavy downpours may cause brief flooding in flood-prone areas, especially urban locations.

06/12/2026

Update: She has been located.

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🚨 URGENT MISSING CHILD ALERT 🚨 PLEASE SHARE HELP FIND STORMY🙏
13-year-old Stormy Switzer has been reported missing from Macclenny, Florida, and the Baker County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in locating her.
Stormy was last seen leaving her home late Sunday evening. Her current whereabouts are unknown, and authorities are seeking information that could help locate her safely.
Stormy is only 13 years old. Someone may have seen her, spoken with her, or know where she may be staying. Every share helps increase the chances of bringing her home safely.
If you have any information regarding Stormy's whereabouts, please contact the Baker County Sheriff's Office at (904) 259-2861 immediately.
(Photo: National Center for Missing and Exploited Childrent)

06/12/2026

Part 1: Highlights from our Kids Fitness and Firefighter skills camp.

06/11/2026

Update: Roadway has been cleared, law enforcement is still on scene. 6-11-2026 4:05 PM.

TRAFFIC ALERT ‼️ 6-11-2026 3:50PM

All Eastbound lanes of US 90 are blocked at NW Harvey Way/252B by a vehicle crash. Please pick an alternate route until the roadway is cleared!

06/11/2026

06/11/2026

I’m going to get in trouble for posting this but I wanted to take a second and brag on our guys/girls. This week we have had 30 kids at the station attending a kids fitness and education camp. These firefighters are not getting paid extra, they typically stay over following their shift to help with the camp. These kids love them and are having a blast. This video shows the dedication not only to the kids and our community but to the fire service in general. There is a lot of grumbling we hear as Chiefs every day, but I will listen to that all day long if I get this in return! Thank you to my team for making Lake City Fire Department the best department around. Chief Wehinger

06/10/2026

Day 3 mission accomplished, huge thanks to Lake City Police Department for taking the mini-me’s under their wing and educating them on law and order while we fired up the grill for some good ol’ burgers and hotdogs, thanks to Wawa Convenience Store of Lake City for the snack attack coverage and Buddy’s Home Furnishings, Peeler Pools, and Chelsea Flores State Farm for the cold drinks.

06/10/2026

Possible chance of a thunderstorm today, but look at the HEATWAVE coming this weekend. Make sure your outdoor plans have plenty of hydration and breaks in them.