{"id":160605,"date":"2026-02-19T01:02:07","date_gmt":"2026-02-19T01:02:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/160605\/"},"modified":"2026-02-19T01:02:07","modified_gmt":"2026-02-19T01:02:07","slug":"pulse-building-demolition-date-set-preparations-underway","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/160605\/","title":{"rendered":"Pulse building demolition date set, preparations underway"},"content":{"rendered":"

ORLANDO, Fla. \u2014 A date has now been scheduled for the demolition of the former Pulse nightclub building to be removed on March 18.<\/p>\n

Preparations for demolition are in progress, with a safety fence being installed and site artifacts moved to a secure warehouse. The area has been marked as an active construction zone to protect nearby residents and visitors.<\/p>\n

Artifacts from the Pulse building were carefully removed and relocated to a secure, environmentally controlled warehouse to ensure their preservation.<\/p>\n

A construction fence has been placed along the property line to create a safety boundary for visitors and residents. As a result of the fence, the temporary memorial at the site is now inaccessible to the public. <\/p>\n

However, a designated area has been set aside where community members can leave perishable items, such as flowers, during the construction period.<\/p>\n

The Pulse sign is set to be removed during site preparation. After removal from the building exterior, it will be stored securely.<\/p>\n

The Pulse sign is scheduled for removal on or near March 10.<\/p>\n

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