Eglin press releases

  • EXERCISE -- Hurricane Condition Three declared -- EXERCISE

    EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE Hurricane Condition Three has been declared at Eglin by the 96th Test Wing commander as of 8:18 a.m., due to the threat of Hurricane Cobia.Hurricane Condition Three means destructive winds of 58 MPH or greater are possible within 48 hours.People in low-lying areas, for

  • May Road Closures

    Certain roads around Eglin Air Force Base will be closed on the following dates and times for a test mission:May 1, 2 from 12 - 3 p.m.Range Road 213 (Bob Sikes) at Range Road 503 on West EndRange Road 213 (Bob Sikes) at Range Road 409 on West EndMay 1, 2 from 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.Range Road 213 (Bob

  • Gate openings and traffic advisory

    Beginning April 25, the Northwest (33rd Fighter Wing) gate will now be open for inbound traffic weekdays from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., for outbound traffic.New all-way stop signs will be placed at the intersection of Seventh Street and D Avenue due to the increased traffic congestion

  • Road closure April 16

    Highways 85, 123, and 285 will be closed for a short time Wednesday, April 16, for a test mission. The closure is scheduled to occur between 8 and 9:30 a.m. on April 16. The closure will occur only when absolutely required for safety, and drivers should plan accordingly.

  • Eighth Street road closure

    The intersection at 8th Street and Eglin Blvd will be closed due to a collapsed storm drain. Access to Dorms, chapel, and fitness center will still be possible from 8th Street by using D Avenue and Ocala Road. The intersection expected to be closed for several months until contract repairs can be