DOH Urges Those in Gulf Coast Counties to Avoid Contaminated Water
DOH Urges Those in Gulf Coast Counties to Avoid Contaminated Water
As Gulf Coast Counties work to recover from Hurricane Sally, the Florida Department of Health (DOH) is urging residents to not consume water under a boil water notice. At this time, water in Gulf Coast Counties may be unsafe for drinking and without electricity, residents are unable to boil water to decontaminate. Further, due to the … read more
Governor plans to suspend Garcon Point Bridge toll during Pensacola Bay Bridge repairs
Governor plans to suspend Garcon Point Bridge toll during Pensacola Bay Bridge repairs
Senator Doug Broxson met yesterday with Governor DeSantis and other elected officials yesterday to discuss storm recovery efforts. Pictured are Escambia County Commissioner Lumon May, U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz, Pensacola Mayor Grover Robinson, Senator Doug Broxson, Representative Alex Andrade and Escambia County Commissioner Robert Bender. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has confirmed to Florida Senator Doug … read more
Feeding the Gulf Coast working to fight hunger in the aftermath of Hurricane Sally
Feeding the Gulf Coast working to fight hunger in the aftermath of Hurricane Sally
Hurricane Sally left significant devastation in her path, and our Gulf Coast communities are picking up the pieces. As families are already struggling with the economic pressures resulting from COVID-19, Hurricane Sally has added to their burdens with costly home repairs and destroyed food supplies. “Along the Central Gulf Coast, one in five individuals struggles … read more
DeSantis: No known Hurricane Sally fatalities
DeSantis: No known Hurricane Sally fatalities
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on Thursday flew over Northwest Florida to see firsthand the damage caused by Hurricane Sally. He said no deaths had been attributed to the storm and that power restoration and repairing Pensacola Bay Bridge are top priorities. Senator Doug Broxson said contractor Skanska, which is constructing the new Pensacola Bay Bridge, … read more
Baptist facitilites start reopening
Baptist facitilites start reopening
Most Baptist facilities, services and practices are reopening Friday, Sept. 18. To reach specific offices and departments, please visit our phone directory at ebaptisthealthcare.org/locations-and-contacts. Open/Services Resumed Andrews Institute for Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine – including physician practices, imaging, physical rehab and ambulatory surgery Baptist, Gulf Breeze and Jay hospital inpatient services, outpatient services and emergency departments … read more
PRECAUTIONARY BOIL NOTICE FOR AN AREA OF PACE
PRECAUTIONARY BOIL NOTICE FOR AN AREA OF PACE
A precautionary boil water notice has been issued for the following streets in Pace: Kentwood Street Lancer Street Bayview Park Vivian Court Ashmore Lane Twisted Pine Court Twisted Oak Court Residents are advised to boil all water used for cooking, drinking, making ice, brushing teeth or washing dishes. A rolling boil of one minute … read more
Tropical depression or storm could form later today
Tropical depression or storm could form later today
Thunderstorm activity has continued to increase and become better organized this morning in association with a well-defined low-pressure system located over the southwestern Gulf of Mexico. Upper-level winds are gradually becoming more conducive for development and, if this recent development trend continues, a tropical depression or a tropical storm could form later today. … read more
Former Gulf Breeze Mayor released from jail, barred from contact with juvenile males
Former Gulf Breeze Mayor released from jail, barred from contact with juvenile males
Edward Merrill Gray III, 58, a former mayor of Gulf Breeze, was released Monday afternoon from Santa Rosa County Jail after posting $101,000 bail related to multiple charges involving stalking and video voyeurism. A condition of Gray’s release is no contact with alleged victims or juvenile males, per documents provided by the Florida Department of … read more
Hurricane conditions now imminent in Navarre area
Hurricane conditions now imminent in Navarre area
A fallen tree pictured Tuesday, September 15 in east Navarre (submitted photo) …TROPICAL-STORM-FORCE WINDS CONTINUE TO SPREAD ONSHORE ALONG THE NORTH-CENTRAL GULF COAST… …HISTORIC LIFE-THREATENING FLOODING LIKELY ALONG PORTIONS OF THE NORTHERN GULF COAST… SUMMARY OF 700 PM CDT…0000 UTC…INFORMATION ———————————————- LOCATION…29.6N 88.0W ABOUT 75 MI…125 KM S OF MOBILE ALABAMA ABOUT 75 MI…125 KM … read more
Flood Waters Pose Health Risks
Flood Waters Pose Health Risks
Storms can cause flooding. Skin contact with flood waters alone does not pose a serious health risk. However, health hazards are a concern when waters are contaminated with bacteria and viruses. The Florida Department of Health recommends the following precautions to help prevent illness from flood waters: Basic hygiene is critical. Wash your hands with … read more
