After the federal disaster declaration was made May 6, Santa Rosa County requested Disaster Recovery Centers be opened as quickly as possible, and the first one opened Saturday in the Gulf Breeze Recreation Center. During the first 30 minutes, only about two dozen residents had stopped by seeking assistance.
Following last summer’s exposure of significant drainage issues in the Holley By The Sea (HBTS) area, Navarre resident Laurie Gallup discovered Santa Rosa County was offered but ultimately didn’t accept state stormwater mitigation funding in 2007.
Gainesville, Fla. – University of Florida researchers have advice for older adults who need to remember detailed written information: Don’t just read it, tell someone about it.
Much like the rest of the Florida Panhandle last week, local lost and found pet pages and social media were flooded with posts of found cats and dogs that were separated from their homes as a result of the torrential flooding the area experienced.
With warmer temperatures and water standing in yards and fields, northwest Florida residents will want to be on the look-out for snakes. Santa Rosa County, as part of its Flooding Update #8, referenced the fact that snakes, insects and other wildlife are moving to survive as water levels change and that residents should monitor the area when outside, especially when with pets or children.
The Fort Pickens, Naval Live Oaks and Okaloosa Areas of the Gulf Islands National Seashore all experienced impacts from heavy rain and flooding last week.
The Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) began conducting Emerald Warrior, a joint training exercise in 2006. For the first time, the MQ-9 Reaper took part in the exercise at Hurlburt Field. It is an unmanned remotely piloted aircraft with a top speed of 300 mph and a range of more than 1,100 miles.
Maj. Kimberly Broughton of the 96th Medical Group was awarded the Bronze Star April 24 at Eglin Air Force Base. She was honored for meritorious service as the sole orthopedic surgeon while deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
About a dozen workers from the Florida Department of Transportation and Superior Construction aided the 1st Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron in restoring the pedestrian bridge on Hurlburt Field, Fla., April 30 through May 1, after a severe flood.
As residents continue to clean their storm-damaged homes, the Florida Department of Health in Santa Rosa County is urging the public to take extra precautions during the cleanup process.
