Hurricane Isaias, the first hurricane of the 2026 Atlantic season, is intensifying as it heads toward the northern Gulf Coast, with landfall expected Friday night.
The storm is expected to make landfall on Friday night, bringing dangerous winds, storm surge, and heavy rain to parts of Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida. Isaias has also tied the record for the latest first hurricane of an Atlantic season, a record previously set in 1905.
BBC Weather's Chris Fawkes provided updates on the storm's trajectory and potential impacts. He highlighted the risks associated with the storm's approach to the Gulf Coast, noting the potential for hazardous weather conditions. The hurricane is currently strengthening as it continues its path toward the region, with further developments expected in the coming hours.
Why it matters
Residents along the Gulf Coast may need to evacuate ahead of the storm's arrival Friday night.
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What to watch
Watch whether the storm makes landfall in Mississippi, Alabama or Florida Friday night.
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