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The City of Southlake has received notice from Tarrant County Public Health that two mosquito traps in Southlake have tested positive for West Nile Virus. The positive West Nile Virus traps are located in the 100 block of Meadowlark Lane and the 2200 block of Shady Oaks Drive. The City will begin spraying within the…

Subfreezing temperatures are expected this week, starting Thursday, December 22, through at least Christmas Eve. As we prepare for the cold temperatures we also want you to be weather aware. PREPARE YOUR HOME Make sure you know how to turn off your water meter Protect your outdoor pipes Bring your pets indoors Turn your sprinklers…

September is National Preparedness Month. The City of Southlake Office of Emergency Management (OEM) has committed to participating and increasing awareness throughout our community. The 2022 theme, A Lasting Legacy, focuses on the importance of protecting every life by preparing for disasters. Ultimately, these efforts will help us create and preserve a long-lasting legacy. Emergencies…

Here are some of the many calls and incidents we responded to for the week of August 25th through September 2nd, 2022: --Suspect was arrested at the Hilton after arguing with staff and refusing to leave. --At 1:00am, officers arrested and criminally trespassed a suspect who has been causing problems at the Hilton (unrelated to…

Here are some of the many calls and incidents we responded to for the week of August 12th through August 19th, 2022: --Officers provided perimeter security and blocked off roads for firefighters and EMS during the fire off of T.W. King well into the night. --A Corporal stopped a white Chevrolet pickup truck with a…

Here are some of the many calls and incidents we responded to for the week of August 5th through August 11th, 2022: --Officers arrested a suspect who attempted to cash a $2,500 fraudulent check at First Financial Bank.  The suspect had been successful in cashing one in Grapevine. -- There was a wrong way driver…

The best way to prevent communicable diseases is by receiving on-time vaccinations. Medical and public health experts within the CDC take into account the strength of our immune system at various ages, and how likely we are to be exposed to certain diseases when forming their vaccination schedule. Medical and public health experts have designed…

Citizens of Southlake and North Texas are no strangers to high temperatures and humidity during the summer months. Every year, people across the country die due to heat-related illnesses, so it’s important to know what you can do to prevent heat exhaustion and heat stroke. That's why the City of Southlake Office of Emergency Management…

If you ask Americans what the U.S. flag represents, you may hear various responses. To some, the flag represents freedom and bravery. To others, patriotism and hope. Although there is no wrong answer, the flag is symbolic of our country’s core values and must be respected at all times. While the respect factor may always…

City staff has been hard at work preparing for the pending winter weather. One of the many ways in which we are ready to continue serving the community throughout the winter weather event is by preparing to open a warming center, should it be needed. Although the effects of this storm are not expected to…