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Forecasters fear a hurricane is brewing in the Gulf

Forecasters fear a hurricane is brewing in the Gulf

Direct impacts to the United States from the storm are still several days away. But forecasters want Gulf Coast residents to pay attention now.

Isaias becomes the first hurricane of the Atlantic season as it surges towards US Gulf Coast

Isaias becomes the first hurricane of the Atlantic season as it surges towards US Gulf Coast

Isaias has strengthened into the first hurricane of the Atlantic season

Hurricane Isaias is expected to get stronger on its way to Florida, Alabama and Mississippi coasts

Hurricane Isaias is expected to get stronger on its way to Florida, Alabama and Mississippi coasts

Isaias is surging toward the U.S. Gulf Coast as the first hurricane of the Atlantic season

Tropical Storm Isaias is forecast to strike the US Gulf Coast as a hurricane

Tropical Storm Isaias is forecast to strike the US Gulf Coast as a hurricane

Forecasters say Tropical Storm Isaias is gaining strength off eastern Mexico and should become the first hurricane of the Atlantic season before it strikes the U.S. Gulf Coast later in the week

Asheville Citizen-Times

Tropical Storm Isaias expected to become a hurricane. See NC impact

Tropical Storm Isaias expected to become a hurricane. See NC impact

Tropical Storm Isaias strengthens in the Gulf. How it could affect North Carolina, plus NOAA advisories and more.

Weaker wind shear during El Niño plays a role in the formation of Isaias in the US Gulf

Weaker wind shear during El Niño plays a role in the formation of Isaias in the US Gulf

The super El Niño has been a nonstop machine, cranking out tropical storms throughout the Pacific region

South Florida team to assist with Hurricane Isaias response efforts

South Florida team to assist with Hurricane Isaias response efforts

A search and rescue team with Miami-Dade Fire Rescue (MDFR) will assist in Hurricane Isaias response efforts, according to the agency.

Isaias strengthens into the first hurricane of the Atlantic season

Isaias strengthens into the first hurricane of the Atlantic season

Isaias has strengthened into the first hurricane of the Atlantic season

Asheville Citizen-Times

Track Hurricane Isaias in the Gulf, potential North Carolina impacts

Track Hurricane Isaias in the Gulf, potential North Carolina impacts

As of Thursday, Oct. 8, Isaias is a Category 1 hurricane, the first of the 2026 Atlantic season. Track the storm and see potential impact to NC.

Hurricane Isaias Threatens Gulf Coast With Storm Surge

Hurricane Isaias Threatens Gulf Coast With Storm Surge

Tropical Storm Isaias is forecast to intensify into a Category 2 hurricane by Thursday, with sustained winds reaching up to 110 mph (177 km/h) over the central Gulf of Mexico. The storm is expected to make landfall between Biloxi, MS, and Panama City, FL, with sustained winds of 85-95 mph (137-153 km/h). A Hurricane and Storm Surge Watch has been issued for Mobile and Baldwin counties in Alabama, with a peak storm surge of 5-7 feet anticipated along the coast and Mobile Bay. Rainfall will increase Friday morning near the coast, spreading inland throughout the day. Heavy rainfall, strong winds, and tornado risks are expected across Alabama from Friday through Sunday. Residents are urged to monitor updates from official sources as the storm's track and intensity may change.

Hurricane Isaias Approaches Gulf Coast as First Hurricane of Atlantic Season

Hurricane Isaias Approaches Gulf Coast as First Hurricane of Atlantic Season

Hurricane Isaias, the first hurricane of the Atlantic season, is advancing toward the Gulf Coast. According to CBS News, parts of Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida are preparing for the storm, which is expected to bring heavy rainfall, strong winds, and storm surges. Local authorities are urging residents to take necessary precautions as the hurricane could lead to flash flooding and other hazardous conditions. Emergency response teams are on standby to address potential impacts.

Hurricane Watch Issued for Gulf Coast as Isaias Strengthens

Hurricane Watch Issued for Gulf Coast as Isaias Strengthens

Tropical Storm Isaias is intensifying in the Gulf of Mexico, with sustained winds of 65 mph as of 4 PM CDT. The National Hurricane Center forecasts that Isaias will strengthen into a hurricane within the next 24 hours, potentially reaching Category 2 intensity over the central Gulf. A Hurricane Watch is in effect from Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, to Indian Pass, Florida, while a Storm Surge Watch covers the area from the mouth of the Mississippi River to Yankeetown, Florida. Coastal areas could experience storm surges of 5 to 7 feet. The storm is expected to make landfall late Friday or early Saturday, with impacts including heavy rain, strong winds, and possible tornadoes. Conditions are expected to deteriorate throughout Friday, with the storm's peak effects occurring overnight into Saturday morning.