Hurricane Isaias is expected to strengthen as it moves toward the northern Gulf Coast, with landfall forecast for late Friday or early Saturday across parts of Florida, Alabama and Mississippi.
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Key facts
- Hurricane Isaias is forecast to get stronger as it heads toward the Gulf Coast.
- The storm is expected to affect the Florida, Alabama and Mississippi coasts.
- Landfall is forecast for late Friday or early Saturday on the northern Gulf Coast.
Hurricane Isaias is expected to strengthen as it tracks toward the northern Gulf Coast, threatening parts of Florida, Alabama and Mississippi, according to CNBC.
Forecasters expect the storm to make landfall on the northern Gulf Coast late Friday or early Saturday, according to CNBC.
The storm’s anticipated strengthening places communities along the affected coastlines on alert as the system continues its approach.
Residents in Florida, Alabama and Mississippi coastal areas are within the forecast path as Isaias moves toward land.
With landfall projected in the coming days, attention is focused on how much the hurricane may intensify before reaching the shore.
Why it matters
A strengthening hurricane heading toward the Gulf Coast can bring dangerous conditions to coastal communities in three states. Advance warning gives residents and officials time to prepare before the forecast late-week landfall.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Hurricane Isaias expected to make landfall?
According to CNBC, Isaias was forecast to make landfall on the northern Gulf Coast late Friday or early Saturday.
Which states are in the storm's path?
The storm is expected to affect the coasts of Florida, Alabama and Mississippi, according to CNBC.
Is the storm expected to get stronger?
Yes. Hurricane Isaias is expected to strengthen on its way toward the Gulf Coast, according to CNBC.
Timeline
- Hurricane Isaias is expected to get stronger on its way to Florida, Alabama and Mississippi coasts
CNBC Top News: Isaias was forecast to make landfall on the northern Gulf Coast late Friday or early Saturday.