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Damaged boat launch and pier damaged in Hurricane Sally finally repaired

On Monday, the City of Fort Walton Beach announced that the boardwalk, pier and boat launch repairs and improvements are now complete at Liza Jackson Park. These areas of the […]

Jared Williams

On Monday, the City of Fort Walton Beach announced that the boardwalk, pier and boat launch repairs and improvements are now complete at Liza Jackson Park.

These areas of the park were severely damaged during Hurricane Sally.

Additionally, the repairs were accompanied by a few upgrades that include a new kayak launch for the park.

According to the city, the renovations to the park was paid for by FEMA.

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