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Walton County Emergency Management launches volunteer process to assist with relief

In the wake of Hurricane Michael, Walton County has been inundated with volunteer requests from our wonderful County residents. In order to provide an opportunity for those who would like to volunteer, we have created a registration link. Want to volunteer? Please do not drive into the Panama City area to hunt opportunities, OR to drive around and sight see. Traffic is affecting first responders and home owners. Go here to volunteer: https://www.volunteerflorida.org/… Emergency Management is looking for volunteers to...

Walton County Health Department issues rabies alert

On Sept. 19, 2018, the Florida Department of Health in Walton County (DOH-Walton) received confirmation of a fourth fox that has tested positive for rabies.  The location of the four foxes were, two in the Windswept area of Freeport and two in North Walton.  Therefore, the rabies alert will be extended for another 60 days. All residents and visitors in Walton County should be aware that rabies is present in the wild animal population and domestic animals are at risk...

Health Department issues mosquito borne illnesses advisory

Walton County, Fla.—The Florida Department of Health in Walton County (DOH-Walton) today advised residents there has been an increase in mosquito-borne disease activity in areas of Walton County. Several sentinel chicken flocks have tested positive for West Nile virus infection in South Walton. The risk of transmission to humans has increased. South Walton County Mosquito Control, North Walton Mosquito Control and DOH-Walton continue surveillance and prevention efforts. DOH-Walton reminds residents and visitors to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes and to...

Walton County hurricane preparedness workshop July 16

Walton County Emergency Management will be hosting a hurricane preparedness workshop at 5:30 p.m. July 16. The event will be held at South Walton Annex Board Room, 31 Coastal Centre Blvd, Santa Rosa Beach. Some of the topics that will be discussed include: What does Emergency Management do? Evacuation decision making process Public alert and notification – Alert Walton Re-Entry processes Questions and answers This is a great opportunity to learn how the Walton County Emergency Management team prepares for...

Watermelon contest in Chipley June 23

The Panhandle Watermelon Festival on Saturday, June 23 is hosting a watermelon competition. The festival committee is accepting both homeowner and commercially grown melons for contribution to the Big Melon Contest and Auction. Entries must be brought to the Washington County Agricultural Center, 1424 Jackson Ave., Chipley FL. no later than 3:30 pm on Friday, June 22. Winners of the contest will be announced prior to the scheduled auction at 12:00 pm and will subsequently be auctioned off along with...

Cops on Top Summit for Heroes June 30

On Saturday, June 30, teams from across the country will set out to summit their state’s highest point in honor of the law enforcement officers who have been killed in the line of duty. On that day, Walton County Sheriff’s Office will be reaching our states highest point, which is Britton Hill located in Lakewood Park, Paxton to honor of officers and deputies who have been killed in the line of duty. The event will begin at 11 a.m. The...

Health Department in Walton County issues rabies alert for Freeport area

The Florida Department of Health in Walton County (DOH-Walton) issued a rabies alert for the Freeport area. This is in response to a fox that tested positive on May 31, 2018. All residents and visitors in Walton County should be aware that rabies is present in the wild animal population and domestic animals are at risk if not vaccinated. The public is asked to maintain a heightened awareness that rabies is active in Walton County. Alerts are designed to increase awareness...

Walton County issues local state of emergency due to Subtropical Storm Alberto

Walton County Issues Local State of Emergency and Activate to Level 2; Shelter and Sandbag Stations to Open The Walton County Board of County Commissioners has issued a Local State of Emergency effective beginning at 3:00pm CST May 27, 2018. With this Local State of Emergency, there are several actions that are being taken by the Department of Emergency Management. The Emergency Operations Center has moved to a Level-2 Partial Activation. As part of this activation, the County is issuing...