CNN reports that the storm is expected to make landfall near the Alabama-Florida border late Friday, October 9, or early Saturday. Emergency declarations and mandatory evacuation orders are already in effect in vulnerable coastal communities.
The National Hurricane Center has warned that storm surge could reach 5 to 7 feet in some locations, while heavy rainfall could trigger flash flooding and dangerous conditions inland.
Residents across Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi are preparing for the storm. Local authorities have announced school closures, transportation disruptions, and emergency shelter arrangements.
Airports and train services have also experienced cancellations as officials work to protect residents and visitors.
Isaias became the first hurricane of the 2026 Atlantic season following an unusually quiet period of tropical activity.
Emergency officials are urging people in affected areas to follow evacuation instructions, secure their properties, and monitor local weather alerts as the hurricane approaches the coastline.
