As of today, no oil has been reported along the Beaches of South Walton.  They are open for enjoyment.  The national media continues to sensationalize the impact of the oil spill, espcially in regards to its impact on the Northwest Florida coastline, much of which has yet to be impacted at all.

There have been reports of tar balls on Pensacola Beach, 90 miles to the west of South Walton.  According to the latest NOAA long-range forecast, though potential exists fore some shoreline impacts, wind and current patters are inhibiting further eastern movement and our area will fall outside the "zone of uncertainty" over the next 72 hours.

For the latest oil impact updates as it concerns the Beaches of South Walton, I recommend you visit www.bswupdate.com. They provide very reliable, up-to-date information.