Lake City, FL – Residents in parts of Lake City were given the all-clear this morning after a temporary shelter-in-place order was lifted following a heavy law enforcement presence in the area.
According to the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office, the shelter-in-place was issued earlier today for the area surrounding Southwest Michigan Street, Ponce De Leon Street, and South Marion Street, including the 441 corridor, due to active police activity. Authorities later confirmed the shelter order has now been fully lifted.
The alert was initially sent out as deputies responded to what officials described as a developing situation that required a significant law enforcement response. Residents in the affected neighborhood were advised to remain indoors while officers worked to secure the area.
As of late morning, the sheriff’s office announced that the situation had been resolved and that there is no longer a threat to public safety. Normal movement and activity may now resume throughout the area.
Officials did not immediately release additional details regarding what prompted the police response, and no injuries or arrests have been confirmed at this time. The sheriff’s office has not indicated whether further updates will be provided.
The affected area lies within Lake City in Columbia County, located in North Florida, and includes several residential streets and a portion of U.S. Highway 441, a commonly traveled route through the city.
Residents who live nearby are encouraged to remain alert and follow official channels for any additional information should it become available.
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