First Look Photos: Damage Cause By Hurricane Isaias

(KMDL-FM) The Atlantic Hurricane Season for 2026 had been the quietest season on record up until last Wednesday, October 7th. It was on that day that the season's 9th named storm. And while that sounds like a lot, none of the storms had reached hurricane strength.

Here's how things looked early Friday morning.

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Three of the named tropical storms that formed in 2026 either made landfall in Louisiana or came pretty darn close to making landfall in Louisiana. The Bayou State was fortunate in that regard.

Where and When Did Hurricane Isaias Make Landfall in Florida?

In the case of Hurricane Iasias, the Florida Panhandle was not as fortunate. Based on information provided by the National Hurricane Center, the storm made landfall about 8:30 pm on October 9th near Destin,Florida. You can see how the storm progressed across the Gulf using this Graphic Model from the Hurricane Center. 

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Many of us in Louisiana hold the Emerald Coast in high regard. Most of us have vacationed on these beaches and feel a connection to the people who live and work there. Our thoughts are certainly with them at this time.

Crews Begin Assessing Damage From Hurricane Isaias at Sunrise This Morning

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Shortly after sunrise this morning, first responders were assessing the damage and providing details on the situation along the coast. We have collected a small sample of photographs from the area that demonstrate the power of the storm after landfall and the anxiety of waiting for the storm's arrival.

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There will be more pictures added as they become available. In the meantime, here is what we can show you. And no, it's not a coincidence that the first photo you see involves the official restaurant of natural disasters, Waffle House.