More Rain Likely Tonight
May 28, 2018
Here is your official North Escambia area Memorial Day forecast:
- FLASH FLOOD WATCH
Tonight: Showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm, mainly after 7pm. Low around 73. North wind 10 to 15 mph becoming southwest after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 1pm. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 86. Southwest wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tuesday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly sunny, with a high near 89. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 73. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Thursday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the morning.
Thursday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Friday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Friday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 73.
Saturday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93.
Saturday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 74.
Sunday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94.
Sunday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72.
Monday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94.
Democratic Effort To Hold Special Session Falls Short
May 28, 2018
A Democratic effort to hold a special session to increase education funding formally died Thursday, as Republican opposition blocked the idea. Supporters needed support from three-fifths majorities in the House and Senate to spur the special session. A final tally from the Department of State showed that 105 House members voted on the proposal, with only 41 supporting it. In the Senate, 29 members cast votes, with 16 supporting the special session.
Taking into account empty seats, Democrats needed votes from 23 senators and 70 House members to reach the 60 percent threshold for support. A dozen House Republicans and 10 Senate Republicans didn’t cast votes.
Rep. Shevrin Jones, a West Park Democrat who joined Rep. Nicholas Duran, D-Miami, in advocating for the poll, called the results “disheartening” and disappointing. “While many of our colleagues are focused on their pursuits for higher office, we are focused on the matters at hand, most importantly, doing our jobs in representing the best interest of our districts,” Jones said in a prepared statement.
Among those who did not vote were Rep. Jay Fant, a Jacksonville Republican who is running for attorney general, and Rep. Ross Spano, a Dover Republican who is running for Congress.
by The News Service of Florida
Byrne: We Remember The Fallen
May 28, 2018
by Rep. Bradley Byrne, R-AL
As Americans, we know all too well that freedom is not free. Each time we bow our heads to pray or speak up for what we believe in, we exercise rights that many across the world do not have. These are just some of the unique freedoms that the brave men and women of the United States military have fought and died to protect.
We are reminded of their patriotic sacrifice each Memorial Day as we pay our respects to servicemembers who have selflessly given their lives to defend freedom and liberty throughout our country’s history.
From the American Revolution to the War on Terror, men and women of all backgrounds have answered the call of service and paid the ultimate sacrifice to defend the United States. These American heroes shall never be forgotten.
Unfortunately, loss of life does not occur solely in times of war; this past year, we have experienced tragic loss during military training, likely due to the readiness crisis and funding shortfalls. In 2017, nearly four times as many members of the military died in training-related accidents as were killed in combat.
These accidents span from aviation training mishaps in the Air Force to major naval collisions involving the USS McCain and the USS Fitzgerald. The gravity of these accidents – in the air, on land, and at sea – could have likely been avoided given the proper resources and enhanced military readiness.
It is imperative that Congress take immediate action to give our servicemen and women the proper resources they need to keep our nation safe. That’s why I am proud that the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2019 passed the House with strong bipartisan support last week.
This bill authorizes funding for our military, including the highest pay raise for our troops in almost a decade. The bill prioritizes military readiness and rebuilding the military so that our troops can safely meet current and future threats.
This year also marks the 100th anniversary of the armistice that ended World War I. The NDAA reflects on a century of military service and focuses on the men and women who sacrificed to secure America’s freedoms. While those who served in the First World War are no longer with us, their memories live on in the hearts of younger generations everywhere.
I recently had the distinct pleasure of speaking at the Alabama Blue Star Salute Celebration at Battleship Memorial Park in Mobile. This annual event to pays tribute to the Armed Forces and the military heroes who have served our country.
As I addressed the crowd, I was filled with pride to see servicemembers of all ages, many different ranks, across all branches of service, who had come to participate in the event. I was also struck by the young people in the crowd, who may very well represent the next generation of servicemembers.
Heaviest on my heart were the people not in the crowd – the millions of Americans who lost their lives fighting to protect the red, white, and blue.
Memorial Day gives us the time each year to honor our American heroes at memorial services, vigils, and parades. Americans proudly display the stars and stripes in remembrance of the sacrifices paid in service to our country.
John 15:13 says it best, “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” Thank you to all of those who have served, are serving, or intend to serve in the United States military. Our nation is forever grateful.
Rep. Bradley Byrne is Congressman for Alabama’s First Congressional District, which includes all of Baldwin, Escambia, Mobile, Monroe and Washington counties, and a portion of Clarke County.
State: How To Avoid Gas Pump Card Skimmers
May 28, 2018
Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam is providing Floridians and visitors simple tips to avoid identity-stealing card skimmers placed on gas pumps.
“Floridians and visitors shouldn’t have to worry about losing their hard-earned money to scammers who prey on victims at gas pumps. A few simple steps can help prevent identity theft,” said Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam.
Travelers can take the following steps to avoid skimmers at gas stations:
- Pay in cash inside the store to ensure credit card information stays safe.
- Check to make sure the gas pump dispenser cabinet is closed and has not been tampered with.
- Use a gas pump closer to the front of the store. Thieves often place skimmer at the gas pumps farther away from the store so they are not noticed as quickly.
- Use a credit card instead of a debit card. Credit cards have better fraud protection, and the money is not deducted immediately from an account.
- If using a debit card at the pump, choose to run it as a credit card instead of putting a PIN number in. That way, the PIN number is safe.
- Monitor bank accounts regularly to spot any unauthorized charges.
- Consumers who suspect their credit card number has been compromised should report it immediately to authorities and their credit card company.
Consumers who suspect that a gas pump has been tampered with should contact the gas station manager, local law enforcement or the department’s consumer protection and information hotline at 1-800-HELP-FLA (435-7352) or, for Spanish speakers, 1-800-FL-AYUDA (352-9832).
Memorial Day Closures
May 28, 2018
The following will be closed Monday in observance of the Memorial Day holiday:
Escambia County
Below is a listing of Escambia County offices and departments closed Monday, May 28 for Memorial Day. Normal operations will resume Tuesday, May 29 unless otherwise noted.
- Escambia County Board of County Commissioners
- Escambia County Property Appraiser
- Escambia County Tax Collector
- Escambia County Area Transit administrative offices
- Escambia County Supervisor of Elections office
- Escambia County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller’s office
- Escambia County Animal Shelter
- West Florida Public Libraries
Escambia County Exceptions:
- ECAT will only operate the following routes on Memorial Day: 59 Express, 64 Beach Jumper and the Pensacola Beach Trolley. Regular service resumes Tuesday, May 29.
- The Perdido Landfill will be open for normal business hours.
- Animal Control will be responding to emergency calls only.
Cities/Town Of Century, Pensacola
- All city offices and departments will be closed
Smokies Defeat Wahoos 11-6 To Claim Series Victory
May 28, 2018
The Blue Wahoos could not get the win in their final game against the Smokies despite a late comeback as Tennessee bested Pensacola, 11-6, to claim the series.
Pensacola trailed 9-4 in the bottom of the eighth. A Nick Longhi two-run base hit cut the Wahoos deficit to 9-6. Gavin LaValley came to the plate with only one out in the inning. LaValley hit a line drive that could have cut the deficit to one, but third basemen Jesse Hodges caught LaValley’s ball, then dove back to the bag to double off Shed Long and end the threat.
Hodges and Zack Short each hit solo home runs in the top of the ninth to increase the Smokies lead to 11-6.
The Blue Wahoos got off to a fast start in the game with four runs over the first two innings. C.J. McElroy, Longhi and LaValley combined to go 6-for-6 in the first and second innings helping the Wahoos to the early advantage. Pensacola starter Wyatt Strahan battled through four-plus innings but was charged with six runs (five earned) in the losing effort. He allowed just one earned run over his first 3.2 innings, but surrendered hits to seven of the last eight batters he faced before getting lifted with two on and nobody out in the fifth.
Carlos Navas, Jesus Reyes, and Juan Martinez combined to allow five runs out of the Pensacola bullpen. Offensively, Longhi and LaValley led the way with three hits each in the losing effort.
Preston Morrison earned the win in relief for the Smokies with a pair of scoreless innings.
The Wahoos will head to Jacksonville to face off against the Jumbo Shrimp for five games. Pensacola will turn to right-hander Daniel Wright (2-2, 4.59) against Shrimp right-hander Nick Neidert (4-3, 3.11).
Alberto: FDOC Cancels All Prison Visitations In Panhandle On Monday
May 27, 2018
In advance of Alberto, the Florida Department of Corrections has canceled visitations Monday (holiday visitations) at all area prisons.
The cancellations include Century Correctional Institution and Santa Rosa Correctional Institution.
All “Region 1″ institutions in the Panhandle will be closed for visitations Monday.
Alberto Strengthens Again (With Graphics)
May 27, 2018
A tropical storm warning is in effect as Subtropical Storm Alberto moves toward a landfall on the upper Gulf Coast.
The latest information can be found in the graphics on this page.
The biggest threat to the North Escambia area is currently forecast to be rain and flooding. The area remains under an extreme flood threat Saturday through Tuesday. Rainfall amounts of 6-12 inches are possible with localized amounts of 12 to 24 inches, according to the National Weather Service. Moderate to major flooding is possible along area rivers and creeks, and widespread flash flooding is possible.
For the latest North Escambia forecast, click here.
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Alberto Flood Threat Lowered
May 27, 2018
The National Weather Service has lowered the local flood threat from Alberto to “significant”.
Rainfall amounts of 3-5 inches are possible with localized heavier amounts, according to the National Weather Service.
For the latest forecast information on Alberto, click here.
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
- TROPICAL STORM WARNING
- FLASH FLOOD WATCH
Memorial Day: Showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. High near 82. Breezy, with a northeast wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Monday Night: Showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Low around 72. Breezy, with a north wind 15 to 20 mph becoming southwest after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. High near 85. Southwest wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
Tuesday Night: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly sunny, with a high near 88. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Wednesday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 73. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Thursday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the morning.
Thursday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 73.
Friday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92.
Friday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 73.
Saturday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94.
Saturday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly clear, with a low around 74.
Sunday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94.
New ‘Jake Livingston And Century Academy’ Little Free Library Dedicated
May 27, 2018
The “Jake Livingston and Century Academy Little Free Library” was dedicated Friday afternoon.
The Town of Century recently made a $500 donation to Century Academy in Livingston’s name; a portion of the donation went toward the little free library. The library was constructed by students at Northview High School.
Century Academy, a division of East Hill Academy in Pensacola, specializes in teaching children diagnosed with autism and other related learning disabilities.
Livingston raises funds and volunteers for Autism Pensacola.
The Jake Livingston and Century Academy Little Free Library is located in front of Century Academy at 440 East Hecker Road in Century. The Little Free Library concept is simple — anyone from the community may borrow a book or give a book to the library.
Pictured above: Jake Livingston cuts the ribbon to dedicate the Jake Livingston and Century Academy Little Free Library. Pictured below: The dedication of the little free library. Pictured bottom: Century Academy students also have an indoor little free library constructed by Pensacola State College. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
