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Gulf Coast Prepares for Hurricane Isaias as Storm Strengthens

Hurricane Isaias gained strength tonight as it moved closer to the Gulf Coast. Officials in Alabama and Florida have issued states of emergency as they monitor the storm's trajectory.

10/08/2026 · North Carolina edition

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Why it matters locally: While initially tracking toward the Gulf Coast, Hurricane Isaias later shifted its projected path, bringing it directly towards North Carolina. The storm eventually made landfall near Ocean Isle Beach as a Category 1 hurricane, causing significant impacts across the state.

Hurricane Isaias intensified tonight as the storm tracked toward the Gulf Coast. Officials in Alabama and Florida have each declared a state of emergency. NBC News correspondent Al Roker provided the latest information regarding the storm's projected path.

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