DeFuniak Springs Mayor Declares Local State of Emergency

DeFuniak Springs, FL… DeFuniak Springs Mayor Bob Campbell declared a Local State of Emergency at 2:45 p.m., August 13, 2021, for the potential impact of Tropical Storm Fred.

Walton County government officials stated earlier in a release that the county is not currently under evacuation orders and no shelters are open. Decisions on evacuation orders and shelter openings may be made later by Walton County government leaders based upon storm track and intensity.

To find your evacuation zone, please visit: https://bit.ly/2E3lnyC

Now is the time to act. Please make sure that you have the following prepared:

• Disaster Supply Kit – https://www.co.walton.fl.us/553/Disaster-Supply-Kit
• Know your Family Plan – https://www.co.walton.fl.us/552/Family-Plan
• Register for Emergency Alerts – http://www.alertwalton.org
• Social Media: www.facebook.com/WaltonCountyEM