Rain Washes Out Pine Forest Softball – Again
February 14, 2013
Mother Nature continued to wreak havoc in the Pine Forest varsity softball team’s schedule Wednesday as the rain forced the Lady Eagles to cancel their home game against Catholic.
Pine Forest also was scheduled to play Gulf Breeze on Tuesday but had to cancel because of the bad weather.
The Lady Eagles, who now will face Catholic at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 27, return to action Friday at home against Washington in their District 1-6A opener. The JV game will start at 4:30 p.m., while first pitch for the varsity game is scheduled for 6:30 p.m.
Much Colder Tonight
February 13, 2013
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
- Tonight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 36. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light after midnight.
- Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 60. Light northwest wind becoming north 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
- Thursday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 37. West wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 65. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
- Friday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 36. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 55. Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph.
- Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 21. Northwest wind around 5 mph.
- Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 59. Light and variable wind becoming southwest 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
- Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 34.
- Washington’s Birthday: Partly sunny, with a high near 64.
- Monday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 46.
- Tuesday: Showers likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 67. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
- Tuesday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 44.
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high near 64.
Northview, Pine Forest Softball Games Postponed
February 13, 2013
Northview and Pine Forest high school softball games were rescheduled Tuesday due to rainy weather.
Northview
The Northview Lady Chiefs were scheduled to open their varsity season Tuesday at home against Catholic. That game has been rescheduled for 5 p.m. Thursday in Bratt.
The varsity and junior varsity Lady Chiefs will hit the road for their next three games — Friday, February 15 at Chipley; Thursday, February 21 at Baker; and Friday, February 22 at Holmes County. The next home game for the Northview Lady Chiefs will be Monday, February 25 as they host Escambia Academy in Bratt.
Pine Forest
The Pine Forest softball team’s game against Gulf Breeze, scheduled for Tuesday night at PFHS, has been rescheduled for Wednesday, February 20, at Pine Forest. The JV will play the Dolphins at 4:30 p.m., while the varsity is scheduled to start at 6:30 p.m.
The Lady Eagles’ varsity team returns to action Wednesday night (February 13) at home against Catholic. First pitch is scheduled for 6 p.m.
Flood Warning For Escambia River
February 13, 2013
The National Weather Service in Mobile has issued a flood warning for the Escambia River near Century until further notice.
At 11 9.m. Tuesday, the river stage was at 15.63 feet; flood stage is 17 feet. No flooding is currently occurring. However, the river is expected to rise above flood stage Wednesday and could rise to 18.67 feet by early Friday morning.
The forecast currently calls for minor flooding in low lying areas and pastures along the river. No residential or transportation infrastructure impacts are expected at this time.
Escambia District 5 Town Hall Meeting Planned
February 12, 2013
Escambia County District 5 Commissioner Steven Barry will hold his first town hall meeting since taking office later this month in Molino.
The public meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, February 25, at the Molino Community Center at 6450 Highway 95A North.
Monday Is Deadline To Apply For Library Board Of Governance
February 11, 2013
Monday is the deadline for residents to apply to serve on a newly formed Public Library Board of Governance for the West Florida Public Library System. Interested applicants should have a passion for libraries and the services they provide the community, as well as the ability to effectively advocate for the West Florida Public Library System.
Appointees chosen to serve on the Board of Governance will do so in a strictly voluntary capacity, with selected applicants beginning their service at 2 p.m. on March 4. After that, it is expected that the Board will meet at 2 p.m. on the first Monday of each month. Additional meetings may be required during the transitional period.
Individuals interested in serving on Escambia County’s behalf should send or email a resume, as well as the completed questionnaire, on or before close of business on Monday, February 11. Forward all information to:
Attn: Library Board of Governance Member Search
Escambia County Human Resources Department
221 Palafox Place, Suite 200
Pensacola, FL 32502
Email: TGTurner@myescambia.com
Rain Tonight With Flash Flood Watch; Also Flood Warning For Escambia River
February 11, 2013
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
A flash flood watch is in effect for the entire area through tonight.
A flood warning is in effect for the Escambia River near Century. Minor flooding is forecast as the river reaches 17.9 feet by Thursday. Flood stage is 17.0 feet.
- Tonight: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. Low around 53. East wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%.
- Tuesday: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. High near 64. Northeast wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
- Tuesday Night: Showers and thunderstorms before midnight, then showers likely. Low around 59. South wind 10 to 15 mph becoming southwest after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
- Wednesday: A 50 percent chance of showers. Cloudy, with a high near 64. West wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
- Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 37. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
- Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 63. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
- Thursday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 36. West wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
- Friday: Sunny, with a high near 67. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
- Friday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 37. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 57.
- Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 29.
- Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 56.
- Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 36.
- Washington’s Birthday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 6
Construction Delays On Portion Of Nine Mile Road
February 10, 2013
Drivers can expect delays Sunday night and early Monday morning on a portion of Nine Mile Road.
Traffic on Nine Mile Road at the I-10 overpass near Beulah will encounter lane restrictions from 8 p.m. Sunday until 5 a.m. Monday due to maintenance and repairs on the bridge. The Florida Department of Transportation said drivers are reminded to pay attention to the speed limit when traveling through the construction area and to use caution, especially at night, when driving in work zones.
Storms Possible Tonight
February 10, 2013
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
- Tonight: Showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could be severe and produce heavy rainfall. Patchy fog after midnight. Low around 64. South wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
- Monday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Patchy fog before 8am. Otherwise, cloudy, with a high near 68. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming east in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
- Monday Night: Periods of showers and thunderstorms. Low around 52. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
- Tuesday: Periods of showers and thunderstorms. High near 63. East wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
- Tuesday Night: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Cloudy, with a low around 56. Southeast wind around 10 mph becoming southwest after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
- Wednesday: A 20 percent chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 61. West wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
- Wednesday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 37. Northwest wind around 5 mph.
- Thursday: A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 62. Light north wind becoming west 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
- Thursday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 36.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 63.
- Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 38.
- Saturday: A 30 percent chance of showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 58. Breezy.
Soggy Sunday Forecast
February 9, 2013
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
- Tonight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
- Sunday: Showers likely, with thunderstorms also possible after noon. Cloudy, with a high near 70. East wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
- Sunday Night: Showers and thunderstorms before midnight, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after midnight. Areas of fog. Low around 62. Southeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
- Monday: Showers likely, mainly before noon. Areas of fog before noon. Otherwise, cloudy, with a high near 67. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming north in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
- Monday Night: Showers likely, with thunderstorms also possible after midnight. Cloudy, with a low around 52. Northeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
- Tuesday: Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm, then showers and thunderstorms after noon. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. High near 65. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
- Tuesday Night: Showers and thunderstorms before midnight, then a chance of showers. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. Low around 48. East wind 5 to 10 mph becoming northwest after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high near 61. Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
- Wednesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 32. North wind around 5 mph.
- Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 61.
- Thursday Night: Clear, with a low around 36.
- Friday: Sunny, with a high near 61.
- Friday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 39.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 50.