Hurricane Isaias strengthens to Cat 2, threatens Gulf Coast with 198 km/h gusts
The National Hurricane Center forecasts Isaias to make landfall on the Gulf Coast tonight as a Category 2 hurricane, with gusts up to 198 km/h. A six-hour delay in wind shear could reduce weakening, increasing danger for the Florida Panhandle, southern Alabama, and southern Mississippi. The storm's exact intensity at landfall remains uncertain, but the threat of significant damage is elevated.
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Hurricane Isaias Makes Landfall on US Gulf Coast, Causes Widespread Disruption
Hurricane Isaias made landfall on the US Gulf Coast as a Category 2 storm, impacting Alabama and the Florida Panhandle with damaging winds, heavy rain, and storm surges. The storm has caused widespread power outages affecting over 840,000 customers across Georgia, Florida, and Alabama. The full extent of damage and the timeline for restoration remain uncertain.