Military

Hurlburt Field to perform planned detonations on EOD range on August 16

Base officials advise if the humidity is high or if there is cloud coverage, the effects can seem louder and closer than on clear days.

Jared Williams

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. John Nipp, an explosive ordnance disposal journeyman with the 1st Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron, communicates with his partner during an EOD training exercise at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Feb. 03, 2021. EOD technicians are trained to detect, disarm and dispose of explosive threats in the most extreme environments to ensure readiness to execute global special operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Amanda A. Flower-Raschella)

The 1^st Special Operations Wing’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal Team will be conducting explosive demolition training between 8am and 1pm on August 16 at the Hurlburt Field Range.

During the training, nearby residents may hear loud noise or feel the vibrations associated with the demolition charge detonations that are planned to occur periodically throughout the day.

Base officials advise if the humidity is high or if there is cloud coverage, the effects can seem louder and closer than on clear days.

Join the conversation...Cancel reply

Continue reading 👇

Military

Hurlburt Field set to celebrate holidays with annual tree lighting ceremony

Military

1st SOW Commander adds mental health to Hurlburt Field’s top priorities in county update

Military

Vietnam forward air controllers hold final reunion at Hurlburt Field

Military, Traffic

Military readiness concerns heighten as U.S. Highway 98 traffic woes continue near Hurlburt Field

simga commented on DeSantis sets special election to fill Matt Gaetz vacancy on April 1st

“Would be nice to hear Matt Gaetz addressing his District 1 voters he left in dust. Unless I missed it somehow.”

Respond

Steve Reicher commented on Okaloosa County to acquire SS United States for world’s largest artificial reef off Destin-Fort Walton Beach

“The Big U! The NMU supplied the unlicensed crew and when we lost this ship and its jobs and when U.S. Lines went bankrupt, we were on our way to...”

Lynn commented on FWB Cub Scouts fundraising to display an American flag at homes in NWFL

“Is program still available?”

William Stanley commented on Okaloosa School District unveils plans for new two-story K-8 school in Crestview

“Highschool is finna be more crowed now. We need another highschool not a middle or elementary school.”

Ken Frame commented on 80ft and 75ft former scuba dive boats to become artificial reefs off Destin-Fort Walton Beach coast

“This is bittersweet. I spent a wonderful week in Cay Sal Banks on the Pilot in 2006. I will have to go pay her a visit soon....”

Carol re commented on FDOT to discuss widening Highway 98 on Okaloosa Island, new Destin Bridge at public meeting

“I agree with Jerome. What will this accomplish since both ends are only 4 lanes?”

Fred commented on FDOT to discuss widening Highway 98 on Okaloosa Island, new Destin Bridge at public meeting

“The parking lot at McGuires would disappear along with the parcel that Destin purchased at the bridge.. Flooding on Okaloosa Island would close an expensive update to 98 , at...”

Bruce Johnson commented on FDOT renderings show proposed changes to Highway 98 across Okaloosa Island

“This will not make a difference for traffic passing through the center of Destin along Rt. 98. The smart option is to complete the Brooks Bridge and intersection in Ft...”

Ray Sullivan commented on FDOT to discuss widening Highway 98 on Okaloosa Island, new Destin Bridge at public meeting

“Doesn’t it still end up with 4 lanes on either end after bridges? Seems more aesthetic than a traffic plan. Which is nice too but does it increase the function?”

LC commented on SS United States to begin final journey from Philadelphia to become the world’s largest artificial reef

“It would be a money pit let’s sink it for the tourists who we don’t have enough of so more will come”