Escambia County Monitoring Tropical Activity in the Gulf

Escambia County is actively monitoring a trough of low pressure near northern Florida that is producing rain showers and thunderstorms. Over the next two to three days, Escambia County should expect increased rain chances and increased surf and rip currents along coastal areas.

According to the National Hurricane Center, the system is expected to move west-southwestward into the north-central portion of the Gulf. Development of this system remains low. While this system is not expected to become a named storm, residents are reminded to remain weather aware.

The next named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is Dexter.

After-Hours Emergencies

To report storm damage such as downed trees in the roadway outside of normal business hours, contact Escambia County Public Works at 850-937-2100. 

Citizens should dial 9-1-1 for all other emergencies. If unsure whether the situation is a true emergency, officials recommend calling 9-1-1 and consulting with the dispatcher to determine if emergency help is needed.

Sign Up for Emergency Alerts

Residents can sign up for emergency updates through Everbridge on the Alert Escambia website.

One of the most important hurricane preparation steps Escambia County residents can take is to know their evacuation zone - either A, B, C, D, E or none. Learn more at MyEscambia.com/KnowYourZone.

For more information, monitor the local media and legitimate online and social media sources like Escambia County Emergency Management and US National Weather Service Mobile.

More information on what to do before, during and after a storm is available online at MyEscambia.com/BeReady. Residents can also follow @BeReadyEscambia on X, like Escambia County Emergency Management on Facebook, and follow @EscambiaBeReady on Instagram for the latest news and updates on emergencies impacting our community.