About this recording
Published 2026-10-08. Hurricane Isaias has reached Category 2 strength with winds of 100 MPH as the Gulf Coast prepares for dangerous storm surge, flooding, tornadoes and evacuations. On the other side of the country, tropical moisture from Pacific storms could bring unusual October rain to Southern California. We’re tracking 15 natural disaster and major hazard developments across the U.S. and around the world. This archived recording reflects reporting at publication; conditions may have changed.
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