Hurricane Isaac downgraded to Tropical Storm
Hurricane Isaac made landfall in Louisiana on 28 August and has since been downgraded to a Tropical Storm.
Hurricane Isaac made landfall in Louisiana on 28 August and has since been downgraded to a Tropical Storm.
Heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding is expected to continue in Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, and the Panhandle of Florida until Thursday 30 August. Across the region, widespread power outages have been reported. The New Orleans area has borne the brunt of the storm’s impact.
You should monitor radio and television reports for the latest information and follow the advice of local authorities in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida. British nationals in the region should contact family and friends to let them know that they are safe and well.
Monitor the progress of Hurricane Isaac on the National Hurricane Centre website or using the Google Crisis Map
See also our travel advice for the region