As Hurricane Isaias approaches the Gulf Coast, hundreds of Red Cross disaster volunteers are dedicated to helping people and communities impacted by dangerous weather in the days ahead.
Our teams are closely monitoring the storm, pre-positioning emergency relief supplies, coordinating with local partners, and standing ready to provide shelter, meals and comfort if needed.
If you live in the storm's potential path, now is the time to review your emergency plan, monitor local weather updates, and make sure you have essential supplies on hand.
Take a look at what to know, how to stay safe, and ways to support those who may be impacted by the storm.
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ALT The image is a weather map showing the projected path of Hurricane Isaias across the Gulf Coast. The map highlights areas in Louisiana and the Florida Panhandle expected to be affected. The text below the map states that Hurricane Isaias will bring dangerous weather to these regions throughout the weekend. The map includes various weather watch and warning symbols. Source: NOAA.
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