Escambia Schools cancel after-school activities, release times remain normal for now

Escambia County Public Schools Superintendent Keith Leonard is urging parents to be patient today as school officials determine how best to handle weather concerns.

All after-school activities are canceled today, but release times are anticipated to remain the same.

"ECPS reminds the public that weather patterns can be unpredictable, and schedule adjustments will be made as necessary, in order to ensure the safety of our students and staff," a statement released just before 11 a.m. said. "Should weather patterns be hazardous during release times, we will delay bus routes accordingly, and parents will be notified via callout."

Pensacola weather: Tornado Warning issued for Santa Rosa County until 11 a.m.

The National Weather Service has Escambia and Santa Rosa counties under an "enhanced risk" of severe weather for Monday.

Storm damage:Severe storms caused widespread power outages, damage homes in Jay and Santa Rosa County

The storms are expected to produced strong winds capable of damaging trees, power lines, structures and crops. Tornado or tow cannot be ruled out, the weather service said.

This article originally appeared on Pensacola News Journal: Escambia County schools cancel after-school activities