Ft. Walton Beach, Fla. – Due to the potential for storm impact from Tropical Storm Fred, all offices of the Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County (DOH-Okaloosa) will be closed on August 16. DOH-Okaloosa plans to reopen on Tuesday, August 17 at 7:30 a.m.

All persons are encouraged to follow DOH Emerald Coast Regional Twitter @FLHealthEmerald and to monitor www.HealthyOkaloosa.com and local news media for updated information on hours and services.

About the Florida Department of Health

The department, nationally accredited by the Public Health Accreditation Board, works to protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts.

Follow us on Twitter at @HealthyFla and on Facebook. For more information about the Florida Department of Health please visit www.FloridaHealth.gov.

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