Tornado Watch Issued
March 27, 2009
A tornado watch has been issued for North Escambia and the surrounding area until early Saturday morning.
Tornadoes, hail to three inches in diameter, thunderstorm wind gusts to 80 mph and dangerous lightning are possible in the area, according to the National Weather Service.
A tornado watch means conditions are favorable for tornadoes and severe thunderstorms in and close to the watch area. Persons in these areas should be on the lookout for
threatening weather conditions and be aware of possible warnings.
North Century Blvd. Traffic
March 27, 2009
(7:05 a.m.) The Florida Highway Patrol reported an accident at North Century Boulevard and McCall Road this morning.
Engine 519 from the Century Station of Escambia Fire Rescue responded and located a car stuck in a ditch on North Century Boulevard just north of Tedder Road. There were no injuries.
Just A Drill: Terrorist Attack On Poarch Reservation
March 26, 2009
The Poarch Band of Creek Indians, in conjunction with the Alabama National Guard and Alabama Department of Homeland Security, are conducting a homeland security exercise on the Poarch Creek Reservation today.
The exercise, known as “Dragon Slayer,” is a disaster response exercise meant to evaluate first responder efforts.
The scenario centers on the annual Poarch Creek Indian Thanksgiving Pow Wow with approximately 20,000 people. The situation that will play out will be considered a deliberate act of terror on the reservation.
This simulated exercise is the first ever conducted on a federally recognized American Indian Reservation. No other tribe has tested their disaster efforts with this type scenario. Exercise officials will use this event as a model for other reservations in the nation, according to Poarch Creek officials.
The Poarch Creek Fire and Police Departments, Health Department, local hospitals and ambulance services are joining with the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs, U.S. Indian Health Service, Alabama Department of Public Health, Alabama Emergency Management Agency and other state agencies to determine what response is needed.
Report Card Day In Escambia
March 26, 2009
Moms and dads…check the book bags tonight. Today is report card day in Escambia County.
The third nine-weeks report cards from Escambia County Schools will be sent home today.
Just over two months are left in this school year, with the last day of school on May 29. Students will get a week out for Spring Break and Good Friday April 6 to April 10.
No School Today
March 25, 2009
Students in North Escambia public schools will be out of school all day Wednesday. Teachers will be working as usual for a teacher planning day.
Tomorrow is report card day for Escambia County School District students.
Clouds Roll In; Rain Wednesday – Saturday
March 24, 2009
Clouds will roll in today, and by tomorrow there is a good chance of rain all the way through Saturday night.
There is just a 20 percent chance of rain today and tonight. That rain chance increases to 70 percent for Wednesday.
Here is your complete North Escambia forecast:
Tuesday: A 20 percent chance of showers after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 72. Southeast wind between 10 and 15 mph.
Tuesday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. South wind around 10 mph.
Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Cloudy, with a high near 71. South wind between 10 and 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Wednesday Night: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Cloudy, with a low around 62. South wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Thursday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77. South wind between 10 and 15 mph.
Thursday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. South wind around 5 mph.
Friday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 80. South wind between 10 and 15 mph.
Friday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a low around 64. South wind around 10 mph.
Saturday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Cloudy, with a high near 73. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Saturday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 53.
Sunday: Partly cloudy, with a high near 74.
Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 47.
Monday: Sunny, with a high near 73.
Fire, Ambulance Respond To Northview High School
March 23, 2009
The Walnut Hill Station of Escambia Fire-Rescue and Atmore Ambulance responded to a routine medical call at Northview High School just before noon today.
While several fire units and an ambulance did respond to the school, authorities say they were responding to a routine medical call.
Need A Job? Census Bureau Needs North Escambia Employees; Learn More Tonight
March 23, 2009
The U.S. Census Bureau will hold a recruitment meeting at the Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Molino at 7 p.m. today.
The Census Bureau is currently hiring temporary employees to assist with next year’s census, but work will begin later this year.
Pay generally begins at $11 an hour for up to a 40 hour week.
A valid driver’s license is required for most positions. Additionally, the potential Census Bureau employee must pass a background check, be a U.S. citizen, pass a written test of basic skills and have a valid social security number.
Census Bureau hires locally because local residents are knowledgeable about their neighborhood and familiar with the community, its residents, and its local customs, according to their web site.
Tonight’s meeting will take place in the Aldersgate Café. Attendees should bring their social security card to the meeting.
Play Ball! Ball Season Open In North Escambia; Drew’s Field Dedicated
March 21, 2009
Play ball!
Saturday was opening day for Northwest Escambia Little League at Bradberry park, and it marked the dedication of Drew’s Field.
Sunday morning, NorthEscambia.com will have well over 100 photos from opening ceremonies, the dedication of Drew’s Field and lots of exciting ball action from several games. Make sure you check back Sunday morning for NWE coverage from NorthEscambia.com.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Free Community Fish Fry In Molino Today
March 21, 2009
A Molino church will host a free community fish fry today.
The free fish fry will take place at the Victory Assembly of God on Highway 29 in Molino from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will also be a gospel singing.
The fish fry will also have games and activities including a bounce house for the children.
Everything is free, and the public invited to attend.