Autumn notes bring garden tips and local updates
The column blends seasonal weather remarks with garden club news at Santa Rosa Golf and Beach Club. Eric Claussen promotes integrated pest management while advising oil traps for whiteflies and ivory soap sprays for aphids. Notices cover quail chicks, Bay Drive deer, Apalachicola Bay oystermen, a parapsychology book, and Walton DeFuniak Public Library outreach with staff, attendees, and volunteer contact.
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Expensive yacht braves 5- to 6-foot seas near Choctawhatchee Bay
Coast Guard official Roger Peoples notes sea conditions were dangerous as Johnston navigated a near $900,000 54-foot motor yacht through rough bay waters. Johnston describes water over the bow and a near life-threatening situation while approaching the bridge. Bridge control remains a judgment call between owners, bridgetenders, and safety rules, with no enforced boat-to-car ratio.
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Bridge closures in hurricanes tied to wind speeds
Officials note bridges should close during hurricanes to protect the public. Florida DOT guidelines require closing when winds exceed 52.5 mph or 35 knots, as higher winds risk damaging raised spans. State and local agencies coordinate to secure vessels and evacuate families as needed.
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Federal officials weigh variance for boardwalk easement dispute
In a Thursday meeting Beauchamps said Howell will apply for a variance to the boardwalk easement. The bureau is likely to approve but could take time. Beauchamps noted the boardwalk was built too low and should be raised to allow public passage. Brown agreed the fix would be acceptable. Land could be acquired by an organized citizen group or by the county under the Recreation and Public Purposes Act.
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