Hurricane Isaias Makes Landfall Near Destin, Florida

Hurricane Isaias made landfall near Destin, Florida, on Friday night, Oct. 10, 2026, around 8 p.m. Eastern Time. The storm brought heavy thunderstorm bands and a threat of isolated tornadoes to areas including Jacksonville. Residents along the St. Johns River, from downtown to the beaches, experienced significant rainfall and wind patterns.

Action News Jax meteorologists Mike Buresh, Garrett Bedenbaugh, Corey Simma and Trevor Gibbs provided continuous updates on Twitter. The station also offers an interactive radar and the 'All the Weather, All the Time' podcast with Mike Buresh for in-depth analysis.

The National Hurricane Center closely monitored the storm's progress. Residents in coastal areas under warnings and watches followed all local emergency management directives.