May 7, 2014, 00:36 by myEscambia Admin

May 6, 2014, 22:21 by myEscambia Admin

Recognizing that many households have been impacted by the recent flooding in Escambia County, the Building Inspections Department has expedited procedures and expanded hours in an effort to assist homeowners in the restoration of power to their home as soon as possible. Each home will require an electrical permit and/or building permit, as well as a rough and final inspection to document the completed repairs and to protect our citizens.

May 6, 2014, 21:44 by myEscambia Admin

As of this morning, in Escambia County more than 3,200 homes were damaged and 13 destroyed. One hundred seventeen commercial businesses were damaged. The breakdown is as follows:

May 6, 2014, 20:24 by myEscambia Admin

Traffic on U.S. 98 across the Pensacola Bay Bridge may encounter minor delays from 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 7, to 5 a.m. Thursday, May 8, as crews repair overhead lights and repair signs. This will be a moving operation.

May 6, 2014, 20:17 by myEscambia Admin

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has published detailed information explaining the Individual Assistance (IA) program that can be made available during a federally declared emergency. The information, originally published by FEMA, is listed below. It may answer many questions flooding victims may have about the Individual Assistance program.

May 6, 2014, 17:46 by myEscambia Admin

Escambia County is urging residents displaced by the recent floods to call 211 to report on their situation, even if they have temporarily located shelter.

May 6, 2014, 17:10 by myEscambia Admin

Proceed with caution when reentering your flooding home and follow the below tips:

May 6, 2014, 17:06 by myEscambia Admin

When returning to your home after a flood, be aware that flood water may contain sewage. Protect yourself and your family by following these steps:

May 6, 2014, 17:01 by myEscambia Admin

After natural disasters, excess moisture and standing water contribute to the growth of mold in homes and other buildings. When returning to a home that has been flooded, be aware that mold may be present and may be a health risk for your family.

May 6, 2014, 16:56 by myEscambia Admin

If flood or storm water has entered your home, dry it out as soon as possible. Follow these steps:

May 6, 2014, 15:58 by myEscambia Admin

Residents who have suffered flood damage to their home or property must secure permits before making the most common repairs.

May 5, 2014, 22:48 by myEscambia Admin

The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners has extended The State of Emergency in Escambia County for another seven days.\r\n\r\nGovernor Rick Scott has issued a request for a major disaster declaration to President Obama.

May 5, 2014, 22:47 by myEscambia Admin

It has been reported today, May 5, by the Florida Division of Emergency Management that Emerald Coast Utilities Authority (ECUA) released 70,200 gallons of wastewater off Pensacola Beach into the Santa Rosa Sound on Wednesday, April 30.

May 5, 2014, 22:46 by myEscambia Admin

The Florida Division of Emergency Management has reported that Emerald Coast Utilities Authority (ECUA) released more than an estimated 1,000 gallons of wastewater into a tributary draining into upper Escambia Bay today.

May 5, 2014, 18:23 by myEscambia Admin

As residents clean and repair their storm-damaged homes and buildings, the Florida Department of Health in Escambia County (DOH-Escambia) urges everyone to take safety steps to avoid indoor air quality problems and minimize health hazards associated with mold. Moisture that enters buildings from leaks or flooding quickens mold growth. Molds can cause disease, trigger allergic reactions and continue to damage materials long after a storm. Failure to control this moisture and mold can present short and long-term health risks.

May 5, 2014, 15:14 by myEscambia Admin

The Escambia County Emergency Operations Center continues to operate at a level 2 activation and Escambia County remains under a state of local emergency. \r\n\r\nEscambia County along with State and Federal agencies has begun a full inspection of roads, bridges and other infrastructure to access damages. By the end of today, May 2, it is anticipated that as much as 80 percent of damage assessment of roads, bridges and infrastructure.\r\n

May 5, 2014, 14:47 by myEscambia Admin

May 4, 2014, 21:58 by myEscambia Admin

May 2, 2014, 22:42 by myEscambia Admin

In response to recent storm damage to property, Escambia County building officials caution the public to be wary of unlicensed contractors and home repair scams after the storm.

May 2, 2014, 19:47 by myEscambia Admin

Escambia County officials will hold a press conference at 3 p.m. this afternoon at the Escambia County Emergency Operation Center, 6575 North “W” Street, Pensacola, to discuss damage assessment efforts and recovery efforts.