Hurricane Tracker Shows Isaias Leaves Four Dead and 600,000 Without Power in Southeast
A hurricane tracker shows Isaias leaves four dead and 600000 without power in Southeast as post-tropical cyclone Isaias brought heavy rain, flooding and tornadoes after making landfall on Florida's Gulf Coast. [3][5]
Deaths and Immediate Impacts from Isaias
Four people died in the southeastern United States as post-tropical cyclone Isaias threatened flooding and tornado risks. [3] Two deaths each were reported in Alabama and Florida. [5] In Florida's Escambia County, a woman was killed after a tree fell on her house. [5] A man died from carbon monoxide poisoning after running a generator in a garage that was not properly ventilated, with four others from the same house taken to hospital. [5] At least 600000 people were without power in several states as of Saturday afternoon. [5] The storm felled trees and damaged houses, roofs, power infrastructure and vehicles across Florida, Alabama and South Carolina. [5][4] In Allendale County, South Carolina, Edisto Electric Cooperative reported damage to electrical facilities including at least three substations. [4]
Landfall and Storm Track
Isaias made landfall in Florida late Friday with maximum sustained winds of 105 miles per hour before being downgraded to a post-tropical cyclone while moving northward. [5] The hurricane tracker update confirms the storm brought risks of flooding and tornadoes to the Carolinas and Georgia as it tracked north. [3][5] Alabama, Florida and Georgia all declared states of emergency ahead of its arrival. [5]
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Tornado Warnings and Confirmed Twisters
A tornado warning was issued for Bladen County, North Carolina, where a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Evergreen, or 10 miles northwest of Whiteville, moving northeast at 30 mph, with radar indicated rotation. [2] Multiple tornado warnings and confirmed tornadoes occurred in South Carolina counties including Allendale, Barnwell and Kline. [4] A tornado was confirmed near Appleton in Allendale County, moving north at around 30 mph between Burtons Ferry Bridge and downtown Allendale. [4] Videos show large twisters near Barnwell, Kline and Allendale, with damage to trees reported along Old Savannah Highway and Highway 21 in nearby Screven County, Georgia. [4] A tornado watch covering 11 South Carolina counties remained in effect until 8pm EDT on Saturday, October 10. [4]
Flash Flooding in North Carolina
A flash flood warning was issued for Burke County, North Carolina, where portions of Wilson Creek and Johns River remained in flood all afternoon. [1] The hazard included life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses, based on gauges reported. [1] Some locations that may experience flash flooding include Table Rock, Lake James State Park, Lake James and Linville. [1]
Emergency Responses and Safety Warnings
Florida National Guard troops swam through floodwaters to rescue travellers in a ditch after officials had to rescue people in vehicles submerged by flood waters. [5] The Allendale County School District cancelled upcoming classes following the storm damage and disruption. [4] Officials in Charleston, South Carolina, asked people to stay home on Saturday night as high tide is expected to reach 7.5ft. [5] After dark, floodwater is much harder to see, and it is impossible to judge how deep it is from behind the wheel. [5] The National Weather Service warned residents to take shelter in an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building and stay away from windows. [4]
Broader Weather Context
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration warned the Carolinas and Georgia could see floods from up to 10 inches of rainfall. [5] In addition to Isaias, Tropical Storm Rachel is expected to hit southern California later on Saturday, and Hurricane Simon will hit the Pacific coast of Mexico on Sunday. [5]
What to watch next: The storm is expected to continue to weaken as it travels to the north-east while the Carolinas and Georgia face potential floods from up to 10 inches of rainfall, alongside Tropical Storm Rachel hitting southern California and Hurricane Simon on Mexico's Pacific coast. [5]
