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News Release |
Some roads still closed on Tosohatchee WMA September 8, 2008 Most roads on Tosohatchee Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in Orange County have reopened after being closed due to flooding associated with Tropical Storm Fay. However, Long Bluff Road and Bee Head Road, east of Fish Hole, are closed to vehicle traffic through Sept. 15, because they are unsafe for public access. Tosohatchee WMA received approximately 14 inches of rain associated with Tropical Storm Fay. In addition to rainfall, Tosohatchee WMA serves as a downstream drainage for a large watershed to the south, where even heavier rains have fallen. "We've completed repairs on most roads, but there are still a few issues," said Tom Shupe, district biologist for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. "Long Bluff Road held up well with regard to damage, but there are a couple of areas that are still under water and are unsafe for public access, and they are very vulnerable to significant damage if exposed to vehicle traffic. "Bee Head Road east of Fish Hole has developed a large washout from water crossing the road and is unsafe for public access. "In addition to being dangerous, it is vulnerable to significant damage from vehicle traffic, so it needs to remain closed until water flow slows and we are able to repair it." During road closures, the wildlife management areas are open for foot traffic. Shupe said, depending upon future rain events, he hopes to have all roads open to vehicles before archery season, which starts Sept. 25. |
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