PANHANDLE (WMBB) – Additional counties in the Panhandle have been affected by severe weather conditions on Sunday. Crews are quickly and safely restoring power. Holmes County Sheriff’s Office said they have been in contact with West Florida Electric Co-op, and crews are working to restore power outages. According to officials, there is a three-phase power […] Read More

WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – As the severe weather moves through our region, Sunday afternoon will bring colder weather throughout this week. Matrix COC is providing cold weather sheltering this Sunday, January 25, from 5 p.m. to 7 a.m. It will be located at DeFuniak Springs Community Center, 361 N. 10th Street. Individuals are encouraged […] Read More

UPDATE: As of 5 p.m., 23 customers are experiencing outages. UPDATE: As of 4 p.m., 246 are experiencing outages, as 1,600 have been restored. Outages are also on 30A affecting around 1,600 members and 650 members in northeast Walton County. If you see downed power lines, stay away and call 911. WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) […] Read More

Urgent: Cold Weather Shelters Ready to Save Lives in Okaloosa Staff Reports January 25, 2026 10:25 am Crestview, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Okaloosa County In Brief: What: Cold weather shelter openings When: January 25 through February 1, 2026 Where: Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Crestview, Okaloosa County Why: To protect vulnerable residents during dangerously cold temperatures OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. — Cold weather shelters across Okaloosa County are opening their doors to provide overnight protection for residents as temperatures drop this week. The Okaloosa Board of County Commissioners announced multiple shelter locations in both North and South County, offering warm, safe spaces for individuals, families, seniors, and those experiencing homelessness. South County Shelters One Hopeful Place in Fort Walton Beach will operate nightly from Sunday, January 25, through Thursday, January 29, opening at 4 p.m. The shelter serves adults aged 18 and older. Transportation will be available from 205 Shell Avenue beginning at 3:15 p.m. Sunday, with two bus trips scheduled. Participants may bring backpacks and essential overnight items. Bikes and belongings may be secured on site, but wagons, bicycles, and suitcases will not be allowed on the bus. Return transportation to Shell Avenue is scheduled for Friday, January 30, at 10 a.m. Generations Church in Niceville will open Sunday night, January 25, with check-in available from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. This location will serve families with children and elderly residents. Transportation for single adults will be provided to One Hopeful Place. North County Shelter The Crestview Area Shelter for the... Read More