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Hurricane Delta Continues to Track West, Louisiana Landfall Forecast for Friday

Published Oct 8, 2020

Hurricane Delta continues to track west of our area and is expected to make landfall Friday, Oct. 9 in southwestern Louisiana. The National Weather Service of Mobile is forecasting potential local impacts to include minor coastal flooding, high surf and the possibility of one or two isolated tornados Friday night through Saturday. 
 
"I want to thank everyone for being prepared in the event we were going to get a visit from Hurricane Delta," Emergency Manager Eric Gilmore said. "This is still a good time to make sure you've prepared your storm kit and finalized your storm plans as we head into the last two months of hurricane season."

Residents are reminded to follow official sources for storm information such as National Weather Service, National Hurricane Center, Escambia County Emergency Management and City of Pensacola

Debris Management Update

With the possible approach of Hurricane Delta, the county is focusing debris management collections in the low lying areas that are susceptible to flooding such as Perdido Key and Pensacola Beach. Contractors will still be collecting debris in all areas of the county and have been approved to work additional hours; however, this storm is predicted to make landfall on Friday and residents are encouraged to use the debris collections sites that have been advertised.

Debris Collection Totals as of Wednesday, Oct. 7:

  • Cumulative Loads Hauled: 27,484
  • Cubic Yards: 1,253,675 cubic yards (equal to 201 football fields with debris stacked 3 feet high)
  • Hanging limbs cleared: 39,268
  • Leaning trees cleared: 1,669

Debris Reminders:

  • Keep debris types separated (see FEMA graphic below)
  • Keep storm drains and utilities clear of debris

Vegetative Debris Drop Off Sites

If residents would like to drop off vegetation, they can do so from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. seven days a week at the following locations:

  • Lexington Terrace
  • Baars Field (behind the Sheriff’s Office Annex building )
  • Equestrian Center
  • Park East, Pensacola Beach
  • John R. Jones Park
  • Oak Grove Convenience Center
  • Brent Athletic Park

Construction and Demolition Debris Drop Off Sites

If residents would like to drop off construction and demolition debris, they can do so at the following locations: 

  • Perdido Landfill (open Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, Oct. 11 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
  • Oak Grove Convenience Center (open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays) Until further notice, please observe regular volume limits.

Storm Preparation Tips

Residents are encouraged to prepare their disaster kits now, which should include seven days of food and water supplies for after the storm arrives. Residents are also encouraged to fuel all vehicles and generators, and prepare all medications needed by family and pets. Individuals should also consider having at least two emergency supply kits, one full kit at home and smaller portable kits in their workplace, vehicle or other places they spend time. Remember, this year's disaster kit might need to look a little different if you're planning to go to a shelter—make sure to include face coverings, hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes. 

Follow These Tips to Prepare for a Storm

  • Know Your Zone – Go to BeReadyEscambia.com to find out which evacuation zone you are in. Sign up for alerts on BeReadyEscambia.com
  • Know Your Home – Is it newly built – possibly rated for a hurricane? Your safest place may be at home rather than a shelter due to COVID-19. Shelters will be announced later and will have masks and hand sanitizer. 
  • Know Your Plan – plan ahead to stay with loved ones, friends or stay at a hotel away from the area.

Stay informed with these additional local resources:

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FEMA Debris
Delta Cone Thursday Oct. 8

Delta Wind Speed Oct. 8

Delta Key Messages Oct. 8

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