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Okaloosa School District, emergency management outline weather safety process

Okaloosa County School District and Emergency Management officials recently outlined their joint approach to making weather-related safety decisions for students and staff during severe events.
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Okaloosa County School District Superintendent Marcus Chambers and Emergency Management Director Patrick Maddox have detailed their collaborative process for making weather-related safety decisions affecting students and staff.

  • The two leaders recently provided an overview of how their teams work together to protect the community during severe weather events.

“Our priority is always the safety of our students and staff. We work hand in hand with emergency management to assess weather conditions and make informed decisions,” Chambers said.

Maddox explained that their decision-making process considers multiple factors.

  • “We analyze data from multiple sources to determine the safest course of action. Our goal is to minimize disruption while ensuring everyone’s safety,” he said.

According to Maddox, these factors include weather forecasts, road conditions, and potential impacts on school operations.

The officials also discussed their strategies for keeping parents, students, and staff informed. They emphasized the importance of clear and consistent messaging through various platforms, including social media, the school district’s website, and direct notifications.

The collaboration between the school district and emergency management aims to address weather-related safety concerns. As weather patterns vary, officials say this partnership plays a role in their safety efforts for the community.

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