The storm arrives at a precarious time for oil markets. Amid strain from the war in Iran, they can’t afford disruptions to production of diesel, the workhorse fuel used by trucks, trains, industry and for heating. A shift westward could bring more offshore production and Gulf Coast energy infrastructure into the storm’s path.

Hurricane Isaias made landfall near Destin, Florida, as a Category 2 storm. Follow the latest recap of the deadly hurricane’s impacts, including damaging winds, flooding, deaths and ongoing threats

Tropical Storm Isaias has formed on a path toward the southeastern United States and is expected to strengthen into a hurricane before making landfall late Friday. Flooding, storm surge and tornadoes are likely along the northern Gulf Coast, with impacts stretching well inland from the coast by Sunday.

Hurricane Isaias threatens 31,659 Gulf Coast commercial properties worth $71.8B, including $40.2B in residential buildings.

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Hurricane Isaias developed late Wednesday as the first Atlantic hurricane of 2026. Its development this late in the year tied a historical record.

Where will Tropical Storm Isaias make landfall? Here’s the latest forecast track and potential impacts on Florida and the Gulf coast.

Forecasters warned "rapid intensification is a distinct possibility" and Isaias is expected to be a dangerous hurricane as it makes landfall.