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Structural Collapse Reported at Lake Wales Apartment Complex

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Photo screenshot from Lake Wales Gardens website of one of the buildings in the complex

A structural collapse was reported to Polk County Fire Rescue around 11:32 a.m. on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 504 4th St. S. in Lake Wales. This address is in the Lake Wales Gardens apartment complex, which encompasses several buildings with multiple units.

Lake Wales Police Department Lt. Ed Palmer says that the ceiling in one of the lower apartments collapsed, which will displace the residents in that unit. The main roof of the building did not collapse. The cause of the collapse is not known at this time.

Management at the Lake Wales Gardens apartments is aware of the situation and maintenance is working to repair the damage. 

No injuries were reported.

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