Isaias Causes Power Outages and Heavy Rain Across Southeastern U.S.
Isaias Causes Power Outages and Heavy Rain Across Southeastern U.S.
US · Published Oct 12, 2026
• Hurricane Isaias, which made landfall as a Category 2 storm in Florida, has weakened to a post-tropical cyclone but continues to impact the southeastern United States.
• Heavy rainfall, strong winds, and isolated flash flooding are being reported, particularly near the southern Appalachians.

Impact & Risks

The storm has caused significant disruptions, including widespread power outages affecting hundreds of thousands of residents in Florida, Alabama, Georgia, and the Carolinas. Flash flooding and strong wind gusts pose risks to infrastructure and personal safety. In Alabama, two fatalities have been reported due to falling trees, and similar incidents have occurred in Florida. The risk of tornadoes remains for parts of Georgia and the Carolinas, while heavy rainfall could lead to further flooding in vulnerable areas.

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