MILTON, FLORIDA — Hurricane Isaias left extensive destruction across Florida’s Panhandle, tearing roofs from buildings, uprooting trees, and leaving communities facing widespread damage.
Dramatic video footage released by AccuWeather shows the aftermath in Milton, Florida, where powerful winds ripped the roofs off an apartment complex and a high school gymnasium.
The footage, captured by AccuWeather storm chaser Aaron Rigsby, reveals damaged buildings, scattered debris, and fallen trees throughout the area.
Powerful Hurricane Strikes Florida
Hurricane Isaias made landfall near Destin, Florida, Friday evening as a Category 2 hurricane, carrying sustained winds of approximately 105 mph (169 km/h).
The storm had briefly strengthened to Category 3 earlier that day before weakening slightly as it approached the coast.
Despite losing some intensity, Isaias brought destructive winds, torrential rainfall, and dangerous coastal flooding to communities across the Florida Panhandle.
Thousands Left Without Power
The hurricane caused widespread electricity outages across Florida and neighboring states, with hundreds of thousands of customers losing power.
According to reports from Reuters and the Associated Press, at least four deaths have been attributed to the storm across Florida and Alabama.
Emergency crews have been working to clear fallen trees, restore electricity, and assess structural damage.
Storm Threat Moves Toward the Northeast
Although Isaias has weakened since making landfall, its remnants continue moving toward the eastern United States.
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill issued a warning Sunday morning about heavy rainfall, possible thunderstorms, and flash flooding across the state.
Meteorologists caution that tropical systems can remain dangerous long after losing hurricane strength, particularly because of heavy rainfall and flooding.
Video Captures the Destruction
AccuWeather’s footage from Milton offers a striking look at the hurricane’s destructive power, showing how quickly strong winds can damage buildings and infrastructure.
As recovery efforts continue across the Gulf Coast, authorities are urging residents in areas still affected by the storm to follow official weather alerts and avoid dangerous roads.
Sources: AccuWeather, Reuters, Associated Press, National Hurricane Center, Governor Mikie Sherrill / X.
By NJ RADAR Team