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The City of Port St. Port St. Lucie is Florida's 6th largest city by population and the spring training and minor league home of the New York Mets. The Port St.

Lucie is located halfway between Miami and Orlando on the east coast of Florida and is 120 square miles in size with a population of approximately 254,000 residents. Lucie Police Department is staffed with 335 sworn police officers and a civilian staff of 84 full-time employees, who are committed to providing superior customer service and remaining one of America's safest cities. In 2020, the police department answered 150,406 calls for police service, while maintaining the lowest crime rate in Florida for cities with a population over 100,000 residents. Organizational Values:

Protecting and preserving constitutional rights:

The Port St. Lucie Police Department is committed to protecting and preserving the
rights of individuals as guaranteed by the Constitution. Service to our community:

The Port St. Lucie Police Department will work together with the community towards the prevention and elimination of conditions that threaten the community's right to be secure. Accountability:

The Port St. Lucie Police Department will hold all personnel accountable for the detection of problems and the ex*****on of problem-solving strategies in their assigned areas. Ethical and moral conduct:

The Port St. Lucie Police Department will hold all members to the highest standards of moral and ethical conduct, both on-duty and off-duty. Respect for people:

The Port St. Lucie Police Department believes in treating all people with respect and dignity. Empowerment:

The Port St. Lucie Police Department believes that it will achieve excellence through the active participation of its employees in the development and implementation of policies, programs and services. According to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, from 1998 through 2004, the City of Port St. Lucie had the lowest crime rate in Florida cities with a population of more than 75,000. From 2010 through 2022, the City of Port St. Lucie also had the lowest crime rate in Florida cities with a population of more than 100,000. Currently, the City of Port St. Lucie is experiencing the lowest crime rate in 25 years as our officers strive to achieve our mission of remaining one of America's safest cities.

11/04/2026

PSLPD is currently on scene in the Vitalia HOA community, actively evacuating residents affected by ongoing flooding.

We are now more than 48 hours into this flooding event, and the impacts are far from over.

While the heaviest rainfall has moved through, floodwaters continue to affect neighborhoods throughout Port St. Lucie, and some areas remain dangerous.

PSLPD is currently on scene in the Vitalia HOA community, actively evacuating residents affected by ongoing flooding.

Our officers and emergency personnel continue working throughout the city to assist residents, respond to emergencies, and help those who need to get to safety.

PLEASE CONTINUE TO TAKE PRECAUTIONS:
⚠️ Never drive through flooded roadways. Turn Around, Don't Drown!
⚠️ Stay out of floodwaters. Never walk, swim, or play in standing water.
⚠️ Follow evacuation instructions from first responders.
⚠️ Stay away from barricaded and closed roadways.
⚠️ Check on your neighbors, elderly residents, and vulnerable loved ones if you can safely do so.

Please don't let your guard down just because the rain has slowed. Floodwaters can take days to recede, and conditions can change quickly.

Continue looking out for one another, Port St. Lucie. Our officers are still out there, and we are here for you. ❤️

11/04/2026

PSLPD FIRST LOOK FROM THE SKY - 48 HOURS POST STORM

As the sun comes up over Port St. Lucie, we are getting another look at the flooding conditions still impacting portions of our community.

While water levels have receded in some areas, significant standing water remains in several locations, including SW Cashmere Blvd, Lake Forest HOA, St. Bernadette Church, NW Country Club Drive, Tradition Parkway and SW Community Blvd.

Our work continues. PSLPD officers remain out across the city, checking on residents, monitoring roadways and assisting those impacted by the flooding. City crews, partner agencies and numerous organizations are also working together to help our community recover and restore normalcy as quickly and safely as possible.

As we move into the next phase of recovery, we ask everyone to:

* Drive carefully and remain alert for flooded roadways.
* Never drive around barricades or enter closed roadways.
* Check on your neighbors and loved ones who may need assistance.
* Lend a helping hand wherever you can.

Port St. Lucie, we know these past couple of days have been challenging. Please continue to be patient, kind and mindful of one another. We are stronger when we come together, and the small things we do for each other make a big difference.

We are here for you. We will get through this, together.

11/04/2026

48 HOURS POST STORM - WE ARE HERE FOR YOU PSL!

As our community continues navigating the aftermath of this storm, PSLPD will continue providing updates throughout the day to keep you informed.

We know recovery doesn’t happen overnight, and we know many of our neighbors are still dealing with flooded roadways, homes and other challenges. Please remember to look out for one another. A simple check-in, a helping hand or making sure a neighbor is okay can go a long way.

Our officers are here, our community is strong, and we’re going to get through this together.

Port St. Lucie, we’ve got you. 💙

11/03/2026

24 HOURS LATER | RIVERLAND FLOODING UPDATE

Even a day after the storm reached its peak, the effects are still very much present in parts of Port St. Lucie.

This video captures continued high water in the Riverland HOA community near SW Pink Playa Parkway.

As residents begin navigating cleanup and recovery, we want to remind everyone that we're in this together.

Take a moment to check on your neighbors, reach out to elderly residents, and make sure vulnerable loved ones are safe. If someone nearby needs help and you're able to safely assist, please do.

Port St. Lucie has always been a community that looks out for its own. Let's continue to show that spirit when it matters most. 💙

11/03/2026

🚧 ROAD CLOSURE ALERT | ROADWAY DAMAGE

PSLPD is advising motorists to avoid the following areas due to roadway damage:

📍 SW Dalton Avenue and SW Baer Street
📍 600 Block of SW Dalton Avenue

The outer edges of the roadway have deteriorated and cracked due to the current conditions, making portions of the roadway unsafe. Several vehicles remain stranded in the area, and officers are working to assist motorists and safely remove vehicles from the roadway.

Tow trucks are currently on scene removing disabled vehicles.

Barricades are being deployed to both locations, and Public Works is responding to assess the damage.

⚠️ Please do not attempt to drive through these areas.

We will provide additional updates as more information becomes available. Please use alternate routes.

11/03/2026

🚧 ROAD CLOSURE ALERT | ROADWAY EROSION

PSLPD is advising motorists that a section of roadway at SE Preston Lane and SE Calmoso Drive is CLOSED and NOT PASSABLE due to significant roadway damage and erosion occurring near a canal.

Cracking has developed along the roadway, and the surrounding land is eroding. Public Works has determined that the integrity of the roadway has been compromised.

⚠️ Please do not attempt to drive through or around the affected area. The roadway is unsafe, and additional damage could create a serious hazard.

We will provide additional updates as more information becomes available. Please use an alternate route.

11/03/2026

IMPORTANT COMMUNITY INFORMATION | DISABLED & ABANDONED VEHICLES

As we move into the next phase of this flooding event, our focus is shifting toward cleanup and recovery. One important part of that effort is clearing roadways of disabled and abandoned vehicles that were left behind as a result of the flooding.

These vehicles can create safety hazards, obstruct traffic and prevent crews from safely accessing affected areas. PSLPD is coordinating with local towing companies to assist with the removal and relocation of vehicles obstructing roadways.

📍 WHERE ARE THE VEHICLES BEING TAKEN?

All vehicles removed as part of this operation are being transported to:

MIDFLORIDA EVENT CENTER
9221 SE Event Center Place
Port St. Lucie, FL 34952

This location has been designated as the temporary vehicle storage and recovery location.

🚗 HOW DO I RETRIEVE MY VEHICLE?

If your vehicle was towed as part of this operation, you may visit the MidFlorida Event Center to retrieve it. Personnel will verify vehicle ownership before releasing the vehicle.

TOWING COMPANIES ASSISTING WITH THIS OPERATION:

We appreciate the assistance and support of the following towing companies working alongside PSLPD to help clear our roadways:

• ABC Towing
• Towmasters PSL
• Tow Boys Inc.
• All Hooked Up
• Kauffs Towing

We understand this has been a challenging time for many in our community. We appreciate everyone's patience and cooperation as we continue working to clear our roadways, assist residents and move toward recovery.

For additional information, please contact the PSLPD non-emergency line at 772-871-5001.

Please share this information to help us get the word out! 💙

11/03/2026

⚠️ FLOODING UPDATE | SW SAVAGE BLVD, SW FAIRGREEN RD & SW SALVATIERRA BLVD

Aerial footage captures the significant flooding impacting this portion of Port St. Lucie this morning.

Water has spread throughout residential streets and surrounding areas, creating hazardous conditions for anyone attempting to travel through the area.

Please avoid these roadways, stay home if possible and allow emergency personnel to continue assisting those in need.

Remember, it is never worth risking your life to get through flooded water.

Turn Around, Don't Drown. 💙

11/03/2026

🌧️FLOODING UPDATE | TRADITION PKWY & SW COMMUNITY BLVD

A bird's-eye view of the conditions this morning in the Tradition area, where significant flooding continues to affect roadways and surrounding neighborhoods.

As water continues to accumulate, travel throughout this area remains hazardous. We are urging motorists to avoid these roadways and not attempt to drive through flooded areas.

PSLPD officers are continuing to work throughout the city, helping residents, assisting stranded motorists and monitoring areas experiencing significant flooding.

Please use caution and stay safe. Turn Around, Don't Drown. 💙

Address

121 SW Port St Lucie Boulevard
Port Saint Lucie, FL
34984

Telephone

(772) 871-5000

Website

http://www.cityofpsl.com/police, https://joinpslpolice.com/

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