Medical Call At Northview High
March 30, 2009
Emergency units including LifeFlight were called to Northview High School about 7:45 this morning for a medical call.
Officials tell us that the call was a medical emergency, and the school day will go on as normal.
More Heavy Rains Could Be On The Way
March 30, 2009
More heavy rains could be on the way for North Escambia by tomorrow.
The National Weather Service says that another two to five inches of rain could fall across the area in the next 48 hours.
Today’s sunny skies will give way to a 80 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms for Tuesday and Tuesday night. Some storms are forecast to possibly be severe with damaging winds and heavy rain.
By Tuesday, the rain will be gone, with partly cloud skies and a high near 70.
Passion Of Christ Drama Tonight
March 29, 2009
The First Assembly of God Church in Atmore will present a Passion of Christ production at 6:30 tonight.
It is a drama presentation of the life, death and resurrection of Christ. It is presented by the First Assembly of God Drama Team. Admission is free, and everyone is invited to attend. The church is located at 1120 South Main in Atmore.
EWMS Cheerleading Tryouts Canceled
March 28, 2009
Cheerleader tryouts that were scheduled to be held at Ernest Ward Middle School this morning have been canceled due to the weather and closure of local roads.
This event will be rescheduled in a few days and all participants will be informed.
Trail Ride Canceled
March 28, 2009
Due to weather conditions, the Panhandle Equine Rescue’s ‘Ride for Rescue’, trail ride has been canceled.
The trail ride will be rescheduled for a later date.
Tornado Watch In Effect
March 28, 2009
A tornado watch is in effect for North Escambia and the surrounding area through Saturday morning.
Tornadoes, hail up 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.
Here is your complete National Weather Service forecast:
Saturday: Showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1pm. Some storms could be severe, with damaging winds and heavy rain. High near 68. South wind around 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
Saturday Night: Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming clear, with a low around 41. West wind between 5 and 15 mph.
Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 60. West wind around 10 mph.
Sunday Night: Clear, with a low around 38. West wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Monday: Sunny, with a high near 71. Calm wind becoming south between 5 and 10 mph.
Monday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 54. South wind between 5 and 10 mph.
Tuesday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 73. Southeast wind between 5 and 10 mph.
Tuesday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. Southeast wind between 5 and 10 mph.
Wednesday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78.
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.