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Walton County's perimeter map aids residents in emergencies
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – From winter storms to hurricanes, emergencies in Walton County can change quickly. That's why officials are turning to technology to keep people informed and alert. 'One of the critical processes that we needed in Walton County was an interactive map for our residents and visitors to be able to see real-time data of road closures as well as resources in a disaster,' said Walton County Emergency Management Operations Coordinator Catie Feeney. It's called 'Perimeter Map,' an online tool for residents to enter their address and instantly see nearby hazards. The site updates in real time, showing things like road closures, storm zones, emergency shelter locations and evacuation routes. EPIC Van Tours begins for Walton County School District The map was first used during the winter weather earlier this year, but officials say it's especially useful now as hurricane season begins. 'It shows the entire road closure, it highlights it and you can zoom in and actually get some more information. If you click on the actual road closure, it can give a description so we can give additional information of maybe what the hazard is. In addition to road closures, we can also see where points of distribution are or pods where we will be handing out food and water tarps, as well as evacuation shelters,' Feeney continued. The tool created in California works on smartphones, tablets and computers, making it easy to check on the go. Walton County Public Works provide updates on several projects All users do is put in their location, and, from there, Perimeter Map will show what is happening around you. 'If you can operate a smartphone, if you can operate Facebook, it is very easy. This is not only going to help us in response, but it's also going to help us in recovery long term, where people can get that disaster assistance they deserve,' Feeney added. If you would like to access the map, click . Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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07-05-2025
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Walton County announces Alaqua Dog Park temporary closure
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Walton County Public Works will temporarily close Alaqua Dog Park at 342 JD Miller Road, Santa Rosa Beach, FL, starting May 27. According to a news release, the dog park will remain closed until some much-needed work is completed. The decision was made with the purpose of alleviating the recurring flooding issues. The plan is to raise the site to direct floodwater more efficiently, which will extensively enhance the dog park's condition during heavy rainfall. Additionally, new fencing and sidewalks will be added to improve the safety and accessibility of the dog park. Sea turtle nesting season begins in Panama City Beach The goal of the construction is to make the park more user-friendly so that everyone can enjoy their time. 'We understand that this may cause some inconvenience, but we assure you that the end result will be worth the wait. We are excited about these improvements, and we hope you are too! We appreciate your understanding and patience during this time,' Walton County Public Works said. All planned construction activities are weather-dependent and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. For questions or concerns, please contact Walton County Public Works at (850) 892-8108. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
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03-03-2025
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Walton County Improvement Projects
WALTON COUNTY, Fl. (WDHN) – Walton County Public Works announces updates on several ongoing and newly completed infrastructure projects designed to enhance the quality and safety of roadways and drainage systems. The bulk of the Harrison Road Paving Project is now complete as the bridge team works to lay sod and finish driveway installations. The stabilization crew is cleaning up the property that served as a lay-down yard for the project. With this development, the focus now shifts towards addressing maintenance patches throughout the county. A new drainage project is ongoing on Beech and Alice Drive, located off South Norwood Road. A new drainage project will soon be coming to Karli Court as well. These projects are to improve water management and prevent potential flooding issues. For more information about these projects or other city infrastructure initiatives, you can contact Walton County Public Works at (850) 892-8108 Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
