Tropical Cyclone Isaias Threatens Southern Alabama, Florida Panhandle

A Tropical Cyclone Local Statement issued by the National Weather Service in Mobile, AL at 1:22 AM CDT on October 10 indicates Post-Tropical Cyclone Isaias, with 65 mph winds, is moving north through southern Alabama. Flash flooding and strong winds are expected to spread farther inland. This alert is effective until 9:30 AM CDT.

A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for Butler, Conecuh, Covington, Crenshaw, Escambia (Coastal and Inland), Monroe, Okaloosa (Coastal and Inland), Santa Rosa (Coastal and Inland), and Wilcox counties. A Storm Surge Warning and Tropical Storm Warning are active for Okaloosa Coastal.

Residents in affected areas should prepare for potential damaging winds, especially east of the Alabama River (excluding Baldwin County), which could cause downed trees, power lines, and widespread power outages. Coastal Okaloosa County faces life-threatening storm surge with potential inundation, road washouts, and significant beach erosion.

Monitor official updates from weather.gov, NOAA Weather Radio, or local news. Keep cell phones charged. If in a flood-prone area, move to higher ground; never drive through flooded roadways. If vulnerable to high wind, seek safer shelter. Additional information is available from Baldwin County EMA (251-972-6807), Mobile County EMA (251-460-8000), Escambia County, FL (850-471-6400), Santa Rosa County, FL (850-983-5360), and Okaloosa County, FL (850-651-7150). The next update is expected around 4 AM CDT.