Washington County Fire Department

10/13/2026

Please see the attached release from the Washington County Board of County Commissioners in regards to debris pickup guidelines following Hurricane Isaias.

10/12/2026

📢 KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!

Properly separating your storm debris helps ensure efficient pickup. Please review the guide below to know what to place curbside and what items will not be collected.

Thank you for helping keep Washington County clean and safe! 🌳🚛

10/11/2026

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10/11/2026

To report home damage from Hurricane Isaias please call the Washington County EOC at 850-638-6203

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10/10/2026

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT – HURRICANE ISAIAS DEBRIS PICKUP

📢 PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT – HURRICANE ISAIAS DEBRIS PICKUP📢

Washington County residents may place vegetative yard debris from Hurricane Isaias only at the right-of-way for pickup. 🌳

⚠️ IMPORTANT: ONLY storm-related vegetative debris will be collected. Household trash, furniture, appliances, construction materials, and all other items will NOT be picked up.

Please keep debris out of roadways and avoid blocking access for emergency vehicles.

Thank you for helping keep Washington County safe as cleanup efforts continue!

10/10/2026

🚨 HURRICANE ISAIAS UPDATE | 10/10/26 🚨

Last night, Washington County Fire crews worked until approximately 2:00 a.m. clearing major roadways and working to make travel safer throughout our county.

This morning, our crews are back up and ready to continue clearing downed trees and debris from roadways as conditions allow.

⚠️ Please continue to use extreme caution if travel is necessary. Many roads still have debris, and some areas may remain impassable. Downed trees and power lines continue to pose serious hazards.

Please give our emergency crews the space they need to work safely and continue their efforts to clear our roadways.

We appreciate our community’s patience and cooperation as we work through the aftermath of this storm.

Stay safe, Washington County! ❤️

10/10/2026

🚨 UPDATE: FIRE UNITS BACK OPERATIONAL 🚨

Washington County Fire units are back operational and will be working to clear major roadways while continuing to respond to emergency calls as they come in.

While our crews are back out working, road conditions remain dangerous due to downed trees, fallen power lines, and storm-related hazards.

We are asking everyone to please continue to STAY OFF THE ROADS unless absolutely necessary. Give our crews and utility workers the space they need to safely clear roadways and address hazards.

We appreciate our community’s patience, cooperation, and understanding as we continue working through these conditions. Please stay safe, Washington County! ❤️

10/09/2026

UPDATE

Fire units are back operational. We will be clearing major highways and responding to any emergency calls that come in.

Please continue to stay off the roads due to storm related hazards.

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⚠️ PUBLIC SAFETY NOTICE – WASHINGTON COUNTY ⚠️

Due to the deteriorating conditions currently impacting Washington County, fire departments and EMS are temporarily pulling crews off the roads to ensure the safety of our first responders.

𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐛𝐲 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟗-𝟏-𝟏. Emergency calls will continue to be received, and responses will be handled as conditions safely allow.

We ask everyone to stay safe, avoid unnecessary travel, and use extreme caution during these hazardous conditions.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we prioritize the safety of our crews and the community we serve.

10/09/2026

Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative Update

GCEC is reporting due to deteriorating weather conditions they have suspended restoration efforts for the safety of their crew.

Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative is experiencing scattered power outages throughout our service territory as Hurricane Isaias continues to impact our area.

Unfortunately, weather conditions have deteriorated to the point that, for the safety of our crews, we must temporarily suspend outage restoration efforts until conditions improve and it is safe to resume work.

We understand how frustrating it is to be without power, and we sincerely appreciate patience and understanding. Please stay safe.

10/09/2026

Spirit of Life Church has opened a shelter for anyone needing shelter during the storm.

🚨🌀 HURRICANE SHELTER – SPIRIT OF LIFE CHURCH 🌀🚨

❤️ Our Doors Are Open to Those in Need! ❤️

As our community prepares for the hurricane, Spirit of Life Church is opening its doors to provide shelter for those who need a safe place to stay.

Whether you are seeking refuge from the storm or know someone who needs a safe place, we want you to know that you are welcome here!

📍 Shelter Location:
Spirit of Life Church
4283 Hwy 77
Chipley, FL 32428
850-486-0832

❤️ Please SHARE this post to help spread the word! Someone in our community may need a safe place to weather the storm.

🙏 During times of uncertainty, we are reminded of the importance of faith, compassion, and coming together as a community.

📖 “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” — Psalm 46:1 (KJV)