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AIAI news brief· Local news brief · Fort Walton Beach · generated Oct 12, 2026

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  • CommunityOfficials warn residents about downed power lines in town

    The City of Fort Walton Beach issued a warning after receiving reports of fallen power lines. Residents must assume these wires are live when they see them hanging from poles or entangled with trees. People should contact Florida Power & Light immediately to report any issues they observe.

    FOX10 News · Oct 11, 2026
  • WeatherStorm debris cleanup begins midweek in Fort Walton Beach

    Curbside collection for storm debris from Hurricane Isaias starts midweek across Fort Walton Beach. Contract crews are scheduled to start collections around Wednesday, Oct. 14. Residents must place their debris curbside because regular yard waste collection will be suspended. Crews plan making multiple passes over the next two to three weeks.

    WJHG · Oct 10, 2026
  • NewsOnly 2 publishable local items were found for this period. No unrelated stories were added

    Only 2 publishable local items were found for this period. No unrelated stories were added.

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  1. [1] Fort Walton Beach Officials Warn About Downed Power Lines · FOX10 News
  2. [3] Hurricane Isaias Debris Cleanup to Begin Midweek in Fort Walton Beach · WJHG

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Gov. DeSantis Tours Hurricane Isaias Damage in Destin, Fort Walton Beach

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis visited Okaloosa County on Saturday afternoon to assess local damage after Hurricane Isaias. He toured with Okaloosa County Sheriff Eric Aden and County Commissioner Carolyn Ketchel across Destin and Fort Walton Beach. The tour reviewed storm impacts and heard from local leadership regarding emergency response efforts.

PoliticsPublished Oct 10, 12:00 AMAdded Oct 12, 1:28 AM

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  1. WJHGOct 10, 12:00 AM

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