POLK COUNTY, Fla. \- Polk County has announced the closure of the Lake Hancock Boat ramp until further notice. The closure is a precautionary measure in response to elevated water levels in the lake and upstream areas caused by Tropical Storm Debby. Read: Florida Gulf Coast Fishing Report – August 6, 2024 The boat ramp, located off US Highway 98, will remain closed until water levels recede and conditions are deemed safe for boaters. Please make a small donation to the Tampa Free Press to help sustain independent journalism. Your contribution enables us to continue delivering high-quality, loc…