Lakeland Auto Body Shop Suffers Major Flooding
Lakeland's Twin Diesel Performance auto body shop experienced severe flooding with two feet of water following thunderstorms, marking the worst flooding event for the business since Hurricane Milton.
Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, July 31, 2026 —
Lakeland, FL – Twin Diesel Performance, an auto body shop located in Lakeland, experienced significant flooding following recent thunderstorms. The business sustained approximately two feet of standing water, according to available information. This event has been described as the most severe flooding the shop has encountered since Hurricane Milton.
The extent of the damage to the auto body shop and its inventory is not specified. The specific date of the flooding event was not provided in the summary. No information regarding the contractor’s name or the status of any permits related to flood mitigation or repair was available.
The severe weather conditions that led to the flooding were attributed to thunderstorms. This type of weather event can often cause rapid and substantial water accumulation, particularly in low-lying areas or properties with inadequate drainage systems.
Further details regarding the aftermath, including any cleanup efforts, insurance claims, or subsequent operational impacts on Twin Diesel Performance, were not included in the provided summary. The shop’s location within Lakeland was stated, but a more precise address was not available.
The comparison to Hurricane Milton suggests a significant scale for the recent flooding, indicating a potentially substantial disruption for the business. The absence of information on specific damages, repair timelines, or financial impact means the full scope of the event remains unclear.
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