EGLIN AFB, Fla., July 24, 2023—The 96th Test wing is scheduled to conduct weapons testing on the Eglin Test and Training Range Friday.

This will require closing several main highways in the area.

Roads will not be closed for more than 90-minutes periods within the timeframe with the exception of range and access roads.

The following roads will be closed between 9 a.m. and noon:

• State Road 85
• State Road 123
• State Road 285
• Bob Sikes Road

Eglin range roads and access roads will be closed from Hwy 87 to 331 for the duration of the mission.

State Roads 87 and 331 will remain open during the mission.

In addition to the road closures, the mission will also require evacuation of the test and training range.

Recreational activities on the range will not be permitted during closure time Friday. For more information, see the recreational public assess map or call 850-882-0007. For additional information, contact the Jackson Guard Natural Resources Office at 850-882-4165.

A backup mission is scheduled Aug. 18 between 9 a.m. to noon.

For more information and updates on road closures, visit http://www.eglin.af.mil or call the Eglin Public Affairs Office at 850-882-3931.

96th Test Wing news release