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Okaloosa makes sandbags available to residents in preparation for Hurricane Delta

As the Panhandle continues to watch the track of Hurricane Delta, sandbags have been made available at the north and south yards in Okaloosa County as of 4:00pm yesterday. 1759 […]

Jared Williams

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As the Panhandle continues to watch the track of Hurricane Delta, sandbags have been made available at the north and south yards in Okaloosa County as of 4:00pm yesterday.

1759 S Ferdon Blvd, Crestview – In the Public Works Yard along Goodwin Ave.
710 Essex Rd, Ft. Walton Beach – outside the fence in the turn-around area.

Sandbags and sand are available 24/7 for citizens to fill on their own, free of charge. However, it might be a good idea to bring any bags you may have due to the possibility of supplies running out.

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