The Tourist Development Council of Franklin County, together with other similar organizations and the State of Florida are working together to reassure the public that our beaches and our seafood are safe and oil-free. In addition, many vacation rental companies and hotels are offering “guaranteed” vacations in the event the spill does affect our area.
We appreciate our local television station, Forgotten Coast TV, for keeping us informed about local efforts in preparation of oil recovery. Thankfully, our coastline has not been affected by this tragic event. The news, event schedules and videos embedded in this newsletter are very helpful and informative.
Passing on this Press Release from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection
AGENCIES CONTINUE TO MONITOR WATER QUALITY TO PREVENT UNNECESSARY FISHING BANS
TALLAHASSEE- -State agencies in Florida as well as several federal agencies involved in the response to the Deepwater Horizon Incident in the Gulf of Mexico continue to conduct tests, including sampling of water, fish, [...]