The city of Destin issued a state of civil emergency on October 7 in response to Tropical Storm Isaias, which threatens heavy rainfall, coastal flooding, damaging winds and storm surge. The declaration authorizes city officials to mobilize resources for storm preparedness, emergency response and recovery while waiving standard procurement procedures for seven days.
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- Fort Walton BeachOkaloosa County declares State of Emergency, evacuation orders, shelter information ahead of storm
- The Northwest Florida Daily NewsOkaloosa County orders evacuations ahead of Isaias
- WEAR-TVMandatory evacuation for some Okaloosa County residents; Two shelters to open
- WJHGOkaloosa County lifts tolls ahead of evacuations in Zones A and B
- WEAR-TVOkaloosa County reports over 500 road hazards, lifts evacuation orders after Isaias
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