DOH-Escambia Offices Close in Response to Severe Weather Impacts
October 11, 2026
DOH‑Escambia’s Fairfield location will be closed on Monday, October 12. All locations are expected to reopen on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
DOH-Escambia Urges Best Practices During Boil Water Notice
October 11, 2026
DOH-Escambia urges residents to follow boil water notice precautions until they hear official word from their service provider that the water is safe for use.
DOH-Escambia Health Officials Urge Mosquito-Borne Illness Awareness
October 10, 2026
DOH-Escambia emphasizes the importance of Florida’s residents and visitors protecting themselves against mosquito-borne diseases, such as dengue fever, following Hurricane Isaias.
DOH-Escambia Recommends Post-Storm Safety Tips
October 10, 2026
DOH-Escambia Urges Best Practices During Boil Water Notice
October 9, 2026
DOH-Escambia urges residents to take necessary precautions due to impacts from Hurricane Isaias that have affected local water systems.
DOH-Escambia Urges Residents to Follow Flood Safety Tips
October 9, 2026
DOH-Escambia urges residents to be aware of the health risks associated with flooding.
DOH-Escambia urges residents to prepare now ahead Hurricane Isaias’ landfall. Prepare to have enough emergency supplies on hand to be self-sufficient for at least one week.
DOH-Escambia Will Open Special Needs Shelter at Marie K. Young-Wedgewood Community Center and Park
October 8, 2026
DOH-Escambia will open a special needs shelter at the Marie K. Young-Wedgewood Community Center and Park in Pensacola on Thursday, October 8, at 3 p.m.
All DOH-Escambia offices will be closing at 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 8, in preparation for severe weather impacts. Offices will remain closed until further notice.
DOH-Escambia urges residents who have a disability or special need, such as a medical condition that requires assistance but not hospitalization, to register with the Florida Special Needs Shelter Registry prior to the peak of hurricane season.