Bay County Issues Voluntary Evacuation
Updated October 8, 2026, at 10:35 a.m. Central PANAMA CITY, Fla. — Bay County has issued a...
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Author: Angela Small
Panhandle Shelters Opening Thursday
PANAMA CITY, Fla. — Emergency shelters are scheduled to open across parts of the Florida Panhandle...
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Flood Watch Issued for Bay County
NWS update: October 8, 2026, at 1:38 a.m. CDT The National Weather Service in Tallahassee has...
Read MoreOKALOOSA COUNTY EVACUATION UPDATE
A mandatory evacuation for residents in coastal Zones A and B takes effect at noon Thursday, October 8. Affected areas include Okaloosa Island and portions of coastal Fort Walton Beach, Destin, Mary Esther, and Niceville. Check...
Read MoreStorm Preparation for Caregivers
Families caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or another dementia may need extra preparation as Tropical Storm Isaias approaches. Changes in routine, unfamiliar surroundings, noise and crowds can increase confusion or distress....
Read MoreBay District Schools Closed October 8–9
Bay District Schools announced that all campuses, district offices, and Bay Base will be closed Thursday, October 8, and Friday, October 9, as the district prepares for the approaching storm. The district shared the update on...
Read MoreAAA Offers Storm Preparation Tips
AAA is encouraging Florida residents to review insurance coverage, protect their vehicles, and prepare for possible evacuation and power outages as Tropical Storm Isaias approaches. In its October 2026 release, AAA — The Auto...
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