Hurricane Isaias Strengthens to Category 3, Poses Major Threat to US Gulf Coast

Hurricane Isaias has intensified to a Category 3 storm with 120 mph winds, expected to make landfall on the U.S. northern Gulf Coast late Friday or early Saturday. Forecasts predict life-threatening storm surge of 6 to 9 feet for the Florida Panhandle and Alabama coasts, alongside damaging winds. Immediate preparations are advised due to the severe risks.