The City of West Palm Beach continues to support residents affected by flooding following last week's historic rainfall. In communities where significant standing water remains, emergency services are available to assist with medical emergencies. Residents experiencing an emergency should call 911. Read Mayor Keith A. James' full statement for additional information.
The City of West Palm Beach permitting software will be unavailable to customers and staff from 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, through 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, 2026, for scheduled maintenance and system upgrades to improve your experience. We apologize for the inconvenience.
City Hall, the Mandel Public Library, and the Grassy Waters Preserve Nature Center will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day. Regular trash collection will continue on a normal schedule. All City services will resume on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026. City Hall and Grassy Waters will reopen at 8 a.m. and the Mandel Public Library at 9:30 a.m.
Published on June 23, 2025
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (June 23, 2025) — The West Palm Beach Police Department responded to a 911 call reporting a suspicious package along the 700 block of Rosemary Avenue around 7:15 p.m.
The department’s highly trained Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit—also known as the Bomb Squad—responded. Using specialized equipment and expertise, the team safely assessed the scene and successfully removed the item without incident. Their swift, professional response highlights the critical role they play in keeping our community safe.
The investigation is ongoing.
Case #: 20250009816
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Rachel Leitao
Public Information Officer
pdpio@wpb.org