Sunny And Cool Today; Rain Returning
December 16, 2009
Sunshine has returned to the North Escambia area, and it is going to be seasonably cool. But rain returns to the forecast for Thursday and Friday.
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
- Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 59. North wind around 10 mph.
- Tonight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 36. Northeast wind between 5 and 10 mph.
- Thursday: Scattered showers after noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 58. Northeast wind between 5 and 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
- Thursday Night: Showers likely. Cloudy, with a low around 43. Northeast wind between 10 and 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
- Friday: Scattered showers. Cloudy, with a high near 53. North wind between 10 and 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
- Friday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 38. North wind between 5 and 10 mph.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 54. North wind between 5 and 10 mph.
- Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 30. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
- Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 51. Calm wind becoming west around 5 mph.
- Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 30.
- Monday: Sunny, with a high near 52.
- Monday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 31.
- Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 52.
Latest Update: River Flood Warnings
December 16, 2009
The flood warning continues for the Escambia River near Century until further notice. At 9 p.m. Tuesday the stage was 22 feet. Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. Flood stage is 17 feet. The river will continue rising to near 23.9 feet by tomorrow evening then begin falling. At 19.5 feet, flooding of farm and pasture lands will gradually subside as the river level drops, but some flooding will continue the next several days.
The flood warning has been extended until Thursday afternoon for the Big Escambia Creek at Flomaton. At 4 p.m. Tuesday the stage was 19 feet. Major flooding is occurring and major flooding is forecast. Flood stage is 14.0 feet. The river will continue to fall to below flood stage by Thursday morning.
The flood warning has been extended until late Friday night for the Perdido River at Barrineau Park. At 9 p.m. Tuesday, the stage was 14.6 feet. Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. Flood stage is 13 feet. The river will continue to rise to 16.6 feet by Wednesday evening. The river will fall below flood stage Friday evening.
The flood warning has been extended until late Thursday night for the Murder Creek at Brewton. At 9 p.m. Tuesday the stage was 27.9 feet. Moderate flooding is occurring and forecast to continue. Flood stage is 22 feet. The river will continue to rise to near 28.4 feet by after midnight Wednesday. The river will fall below flood stage by Thursday evening.
The flood warning for the Conecuh River at Brewton has been extended until Sunday morning. At 9 p.m. Tuesday, the stage was 29.1 feet. Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. Flood stage is 27 feet. The river will continue to rise to near 29.9 feet by Wednesday evening. The river will fall below flood stage early Sunday morning.
UPDATED: Area Road Closures
December 16, 2009
Here is the latest on the roads in and around the North Escambia area:
Escambia County (Fla.)
- Fannie Road
- Occie Phillips between Pineville and Highway 97-A
- Arthur Brown Road between Pineville and Highway 97-A
- Barrineau Park Road between Highway 99 and the Alabama State line.
Highway 31 and Highway 21 are both open in Atmore. Highway 97 is open in Florida. Highway 31 is open but detoured around Flomaton High School. Highway 29 is open in Flomaton. Highway 4 between Century and Jay is open. Highway 31 in Brewton is now open.Drivers in both states are urged to excercise extreme caution this morning, and remember…turn around, don’t drown…never drive through water covering the roadway.
Curfew In Flomaton: No One On The Streets After 6 p.m.
December 15, 2009
A curfew will be in effect beginning at 6:00 tonight in Flomaton.
According to the Flomaton Police Department, no one is to be on the roads in Flomaton after 6:00 p.m unless it is official business.
“We realize that you would love to be out a sight see but you could be putting yourself and other rescue workers in jeopardy. Right now we do not know what shape all of the roads are in and what damage has been done due to the water,” Mary Hasting of the Flomaton Police Department said.
Boil Water Notice Issued In Atmore
December 15, 2009
The Utilities Board of the City of Atmore has issued the following precautionary boil water notice for residents living on Sardis Church Road, Moye Drive, Little George Road, Howard Page, Vine and any others in this area who are without water. A water main break has occurred on Sardis Church Road.
As a precaution, the Utilities Board advise that all water used for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth or washing dishes be boiled. A rolling boil of one minute is sufficient. As an alternative, bottled water may be used.
This “precautionary boil water notice” will remain in effect until the problem has been corrected and a bacteriological survey shows that the water is safe to drink.
What to do during a precautionary boil water notice (PBWN)
- When a PBWN is issued, a rolling boil for a period of one minute is sufficient to render water used for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth, or washing dishes microbiologically safe, free of bacteria, viruses, and protozoa.
- Tap water can be disinfected by adding 8 drops of unscented household bleach (4-6% active ingredients) to each gallon of water, then mixing the water and allowing it to stand for a minimum period of 30 minutes.
- Note: cloudy water requires 16 drops of bleach and a 30 minute contact time. Also, other approved chemical disinfectants are available at stores that sell camping and hiking supplies. If you have any questions, you may call the Utilities Board office at 251-368-2207.
BREAKING NEWS: Part Of Century, McDavid, Molino May Flood; Take Action Now
December 15, 2009
The latest forecast for the Escambia River calls for it to possibly flood portions of Century, McDavid and Molino.
The river was at 19 feet Tuesday morning. The river will continue to rise to near 24 feet by early Thursday morning.
“Some flooding of homes may occur. Residents living near and along the river should begin making preparations for their homes, personal property and families,” said Sonya Daniel. Escambia County spokesperson.
NorthEscambia.com will continue to keep you updated on this developing situation.
Escambia, Alabama Schools Closed Today; Florida Schools Open
December 15, 2009
Due to Monday night’s flooding and the threat of more rain today, all Escambia County, Alabama, public schools are closed today. That includes schools in Atmore and Flomaton.
Escambia Academy in Canoe and the Brewton City Schools are also closed today.
All Escambia County, Florida, schools will be open as usual.
More Rain Forecast Today, Some Could Be Heavy
December 15, 2009
There is a near 100 percent chance of more rain today, and forecasters say that some rainfall could be heavy.
A flash flood watch is in effect for today, with another four or more inches expected in some parts of the North Escambia area. After about four to eight inches of rain on Friday and eight to 12 inches of rain on Monday, the ground is extremely saturated. Additional heavy rainfall can lead to rapid flash flooding, according to the National Weather Service.
Here is your official North Escambia are forecast:
- Today…Periods of rain showers and scattered thunderstorms. Some thunderstorms may produce heavy rainfall. Highs in the mid 60s. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph becoming north in the afternoon. Chance of rain near 100 percent.
- Tonight…Mostly cloudy. Scattered rain showers in the evening. Lows in the mid 40s. North winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of showers 50 percent.
- Wednesday…Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 60s. Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph.
- Wednesday Night…Partly cloudy in the evening becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 30s. Northeast winds around 5 mph.
- Thursday…Partly sunny in the morning becoming cloudy. Chance of rain. Highs in the lower 60s. Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 30 percent.
- Thursday Night…Cloudy. Rain likely. Lows 44 to 49. Chance of rain 60 percent.
- Friday…Mostly cloudy. Chance of rain. Highs in the upper 50s. Chance of rain 50 percent.
- Friday Night…Mostly cloudy. Slight chance of rain. Lows in the upper 30s. Chance of rain 20 percent.
- Saturday…Mostly sunny. Slight chance of rain. Highs in the mid 50s. Chance of rain 20 percent.
- Saturday Night…Partly cloudy. Lows around 30.
- Sunday…Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 40s.
- Sunday Night…Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 20s.
- Monday…Sunny. Highs in the lower 50s.
Flood Warnings for Area Rivers, Creeks; Brewton Expected To Flood
December 15, 2009
As area rivers and creeks rise after Monday’s heavy rains, it currently appears that Brewton will be hardest hit in our area.
Major flooding is forecast for Murder Creek at Brewton. At 6 a.m. Tuesday, the stage of Murder Creek was 25.7 feet. Flood stage is 22 feet. The river will continue rising to near 29 feet by midnight Wednesday and fall below flood stage by Friday. At 29 feet, severe flooding will occur in Brewton south of Court an East streets.
The flood warning for the Escambia River at Century continues until further notice. At 3 a.m. Tuesday, the stage was 18.5 feet. Minor flooding is occurring and is forecast to continue. Flood stage is 17 feet. The river will continue rising to near 22.3 feet by Thursday evening then begin to fall. At 19 feet, low lying pastures will flood and cattle should be moved to higher ground.
A flood warning is in effect for the Perdido River at Barrineau Park until Wednesday night. Early Tuesday, the stage was at 11.1 feet. Minor flooding is forecast. Flood stage is 13 feet. The river is forecast to rise above flood stage by Wednesday, reaching 14.6 feet. The river will fall below flood stage by Wednesday evening. At 13 feet, the river begins to leave its banks at the parking lot of Adventures Unlimited, threatening several permanently parked travel trailers.
A flood warning is in effect for the Big Escambia Creek at Flomaton until Wednesday afternoon. Flood stage is 14 feet. The creek will continue rising to near 17.1 feet by early Tuesday night and then begin to fall.
Alabama Students
December 15, 2009
Public schools in Escambia County, Alabama, will be closed again on Wednesday.
According to the Escambia County Board of Education, the schools should be open Thursday and Friday for exams.
Escambia Academy and Brewton City Schools will be open Wednesday.
Escambia County, Florida, schools will also be open.
Schools in Baldwin County will also be in session Wednesday, including Perdido School.