Thousands without power in Florida and Alabama as Isaias moves north
Summary
Hurricane Isaias caused widespread power outages and damage as it moved from Florida into Alabama and further north. The storm led to at least four deaths, heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding risks across southeastern US states, with emergency aid activated by President Trump.Key Facts
- About 396,000 customers in the Florida Panhandle and southern Alabama lost power early Sunday due to Isaias.
- Isaias made landfall as a category 2 hurricane near Destin, Florida on Friday.
- Four people died because of the storm, including victims of falling trees and carbon monoxide poisoning from a generator.
- Heavy rain and strong winds continue to threaten the southeastern US, with risks of flash flooding and downed power lines.
- Damage included roofs blown off buildings and boathouses destroyed, especially in Pensacola, Destin, and Panama City Beach.
- President Donald Trump approved emergency declarations for Florida, Alabama, and Georgia to allow federal aid.
- The US Energy Department authorized the use of oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to keep fuel supplies steady.
- Meanwhile, tropical storms Simon and Rachel were forming near Mexico, bringing additional rain and wind risks.
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