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Hurricane Isaias continues to strengthen as it approaches northern Gulf Coast: NHC
Friday, October 9, 2026
Hurricane Isaias continues to strengthen as it approaches the northern Gulf Coast, the National Hurricane Center announced.
Isaias strengthens to Category 2 hurricane while churning toward US Gulf Coast
Thursday, October 8, 2026
MIAMI (AP) Hurricane Isaias strengthened to Category 2 on Thursday as it barreled toward the US Gulf Coast, prompting orders for tourists to trade beaches for safer spots inland, sending locals sc...
Dozens displaced after intense rainfall in SVG
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Thirty-six people have been displaced after an intense tropical wave brought torrential...
Tropical Storm in Gulf of Mexico could become hurricane
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
MIAMI, United States (AFP) Tropical Storm Isaias formed Wednesday in the Gulf of Mexico and could strengthen into the first hurricane of the Atlantic season, forecasters said.The storm is expected t...
Atlantic Hurricane Names 2026
Each year, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) assigns names to Atlantic hurricanes from a predetermined list.
These lists, maintained by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), contain 21 names for each year, alternating between male and female names and following the alphabet, excluding the letters Q, U, X, Y, and Z.
Hurricane Tip
The Hurricane Season is June 1 - November 30
Hurricane Scale
The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale helps estimate property damage. Hurricanes can be life-threatening, but Category 3 and higher are major hurricanes that can cause catastrophic wind damage and loss of life.
All hurricanes can produce deadly storm surge, floods, and tornadoes, so it's important to take protective action, like evacuating from vulnerable areas.
| Category | Sustained Winds | Type of Damage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 74 - 95 mph (119-153 km/h) | Minimal |
| 2 | 96 - 110mph (154 - 177km/h) | Moderate |
| 3 | 111 - 129mph (178 - 208km/h) | Extensive |
| 4 | 130 - 156mph (209 - 251km/h) | Extreme |
| 5 | 157 mph or higher (252 km/h or higher) | Catastrophic |
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