North Port Now: Jul. 10, 2026 | WMSP Update & Heat Safety

This week on North Port Now, we share important reminders for staying safe during extreme summer heat, including simple ways to protect yourself and your family as heat index values climb across Southwest Florida.We also provide an update on Warm Mineral Springs Park after the City Commission approved funding to move forward with the next phase of the park's rehabilitation project. Learn what's included in the planned improvements and where to follow the project's progress.Plus, we highlight the latest episode of North Port Stories, featuring City employees who share firsthand accounts of resilience during natural disasters and the extraordinary ways they served the community when it mattered most.Finally, don't forget that many disaster preparedness supplies are tax-free in Florida year-round. We cover some of the essential items to have on hand as hurricane season continues.In this episode's Commission Meeting Highlights, City Manager Jerome Fletcher discusses key actions and decisions from the July 7 City Commission meeting.Links and Resources:Heat Safety: NorthPortFL.gov/HeatSafetyWarm Mineral Springs Park Master Plan: NorthPortFL.gov/WMSPMasterPlanEmergency Preparedness and Alerts: NorthPortFL.gov/AlertsNorth Port Stories: Stories of Resilience: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/north-port-stories-stories-of-resilience--72794163City Meetings and Agendas: NorthPortFL.gov/Meetings