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All Departments Administration Corrections Development Services Facilities Management Human Resources Information Technology Library Services Management and Budget Services Natural Resources Management Neighborhood and Human Services Parks and Recreation Public Safety Public Works Veterans Services Waste ServicesEscambia County residents are encouraged to monitor the moderate risk for severe weather expected to impact the county Saturday, March 15.
According to the National Weather Service of Mobile, multiple rounds of severe storms are expected Saturday through the evening and Sunday morning. All severe threats are possible, with strong, long track tornadoes being the main threat. Damaging winds up to 70+ mph and quarter-sized hail are also possible in any storms that develop.
"Emergency Management is setting plans in place to monitor and respond to the threat of severe weather this Saturday," said Emergency Manager Travis Tompkins. "There are a few reminders we would ask the community to remember: Have a way to receive critical weather alerts and take the severe weather watches and warnings seriously. Remember that a tornado warning means there is either a tornado on the ground or one is potentially developing. Make sure you go to the safest part of your home while the warning is in place."
Enabling emergency alerts on your phone is another way to stay informed and prepared during times of disaster. Is your phone set up to receive emergency notifications? Watch this short tutorial on how to enable emergency alerts on your iPhone or Android phones.
Residents are encouraged to remain weather aware and continue monitoring the forecast for updates. Ensure you have multiple ways to receive warnings and know your safe place ahead of time.
For more information, monitor the local media and legitimate online and social media sources like Escambia County Emergency Management, US National Weather Service Mobile and Florida SERT.
More information on what to do before, during and after a storm is available online at MyEscambia.com/BeReady. You can also like Escambia County Emergency Management on Facebook and follow @EscambiaBeReady on Instagram for the latest news and updates on emergencies impacting our community.
Severe weather creates hazardous water conditions. As Spring Break is underway in Escambia County, it's important to know the flag warning system, especially when there is severe weather:
For daily flag conditions and more information about Pensacola Beach Lifeguards, visit the Pensacola Beach Lifeguards page on MyEscambia.com or the Pensacola Beach Lifeguards Facebook. To sign up for flag warning system text alerts, text "PBFLAGS" to 888-777.
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