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Hurricane Isaias makes US Gulf landfall; millions evacuated across Florida, Georgia, Alabama
Guardian WorldLO·US · GE·1 day ago
Storm Isaias, no longer a hurricane, continues to pose a threat to the US Gulf Coast, with several southern states declaring a state of emergency. The downgrade reduces the immediate wind threat, but heavy rainfall and storm surge remain risks. The situation is developing as the storm moves inland.
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.