NWS: high rip current risk today on Walton, Bay and Gulf County beaches
The National Weather Service in Tallahassee lists a high rip current risk today for the Walton, Bay and Gulf County beaches in Florida.
Official notice
Dangerous Rip Currents Expected on Okaloosa Beaches Through Tuesday Morning
The National Weather Service says dangerous rip currents are expected on Okaloosa Coastal beaches through Tuesday morning, Oct. 20.
DOH-Bay issues water quality advisories at Eighth Street and Leslie Porter Park
The Florida Department of Health in Bay County has issued water quality advisories for Eighth Street in Mexico Beach and Leslie Porter Park in Lynn Haven.
Lynn Haven issues precautionary boil water notice after main break
The City of Lynn Haven, in Bay County, Florida, says customers in affected areas must boil water until bacteriological tests confirm it is safe.
Health advisory issued for Eastern Lake in Santa Rosa Beach after wastewater release
DOH-Walton issued a health advisory for Eastern Lake in Santa Rosa Beach on Oct. 12, 2026. Drinking water is not affected.
DOH-Okaloosa lifts Grass Lake, Choctawhatchee Bay entrance health advisory
The Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County also recommends safety tips to prevent illness or injury after Hurricane Isaias.
Hurricane Isaias: Okaloosa County Multi-Agency Resource Centers open through Oct. 24
Two county-run centers in Fort Walton Beach and Crestview give help to people affected by Hurricane Isaias, with hours through Oct. 24.