Hurricane Isaias leaves damage in Bay County neighborhoods

BAY COUNTY, Fla.- Hurricane Isaias is now a memory for those in the Florida panhandle and parts of Alabama, but that doesn’t mean the storm didn’t leave evidence of its arrival. Hurricane Isaias tore down many trees in several Bay County neighborhoods, one of them being Wild Heron, suffering a lot of tree damage. “We […]

Panama City couple describes anxious night watching over boat during Hurricane Isaias

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP)— Some boat owners in Panama City spent the night on the water as Hurricane Isaias moved through the area. One couple chose to stay aboard their boat rather than leave it behind. Eddie and Susan Morris woke up every hour overnight to check on their...

Bay County expands Waste Amnesty Days for Hurricane Isaias debris cleanup

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - In response to Hurricane Isaias, Bay County is immediately expanding its biannual Waste Amnesty Days to help residents dispose of storm debris and household waste at no charge, county officials announced. The free disposal event begins immediately, running Saturday, Oct. 10, and Sunday, Oct. 11,...

Hurricane Isaias cleanup, power restoration continues in Bay County

(This story was updated to accurately reflect the most current information.) Bay County continues to clean up after Hurricane Isaias and crews this week were finishing up restoring power service. Here's what we know: > Saturday's live blog Power outages in Bay County As of 9 a.m. Monday there were 4,545 power outages reported in Bay County. That is 3.3% of all accounts. Follow our power outage tracker here . Bay County expands waste amnesty days In a news release, local officials announced Bay County is expanding its biannual waste amnesty days, which will begin in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Isaias. The days will be at the Steelfield Landfill, 11411 Landfill Road off State 79. The first days were Oct. 10-11 from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The second set of days will be Oct. 16-17 from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. "The additional Waste Amnesty Days will provide residents an opportunity to dispose of storm-related debris and other household waste at no charge as cleanup and recovery efforts get underway," the release reads. "Bay County residents may drop off their yard debris, household garbage and hazardous waste at no charge. "This event is open to Bay County residents

Panama City Beach Daily Update & Conditions – October 13, 2026

Good morning, West End PCB family! We are treated to an absolute picture-perfect day on the coast with clear, sunny skies and high temperatures peaking near 86 degrees. The Gulf is looking inviting at a warm 80 degrees, making it a wonderful day to get out and enjoy our sugar-white sands.

Alaqua Animal Refuge access storm damage after Hurricane Isaias

St. Joe properties reopen as cleanup continues after Hurricane Isaias

NORTHWEST FLORIDA (WJHG/WECP) - The St. Joe Company said Monday that power has been restored across its Northwest Florida properties and that its hotels, restaurants, business services and commercial properties are open following Hurricane Isaias. The company said its golf courses are expected to begin reopening this week as cleanup...

WATCH: Flamingos Huddle in PCB Zoo Restroom to Wait Out Hurricane Isaias

As Hurricane Isaias swept over the Gulf Coast, zookeepers went to extra lengths to keep some vulnerable animals safe.

Updates on Downtown PC Marina and Tarpon Dock Drawbridge following Hurricane Isaias

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - The City of Panama City has issued updates following Hurricane Isaias. Officials say the boat ramp at the Downtown Panama City Marina is closed due to storm damage. The Marina T-Dock is also closed. Tarpon Dock Drawbridge located along E. Beach Drive between The Cove...

Kentucky Baptist Disaster Relief heads to Florida after Hurricane Isaias

LINCOLN COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - After Hurricane Isaias made landfall this past Friday on the coast of Florida, Kentucky Baptist Disaster Relief is sending help to the area. The organization is headed to Panama City, Florida, one of several coastal cities affected by the storm. Many people there are still without power and rebuilding.

Lynn Haven Publix roof damaged, flooding recedes after storm

LYNN HAVEN, Fla. (WJHG/WECP)— Part of the roof at the Lynn Haven Publix off Highway 77 was on the ground following the storm. The area also saw flooding concerns during the hurricane. Floodwater that reached ankle-deep levels in Lynn Haven has mostly drained, and power has been restored to...

Panhandle residents asked to stay off roads as crews assess damage from Hurricane Isaias

Panhandle residents are asked to stay off the roads Saturday morning while crews assess damage from Hurricane Isaias.

Panama City Beach Realtor Beth Mulvey Ready to Assist Sellers and Investors Following Hurricane Isaias

Her boots-on-the-ground Hurricane Michael experience guides hurricane-damaged home sales and investment property decisions in Bay County, Florida. PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, October 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As Hurricane Isaias draws attention to storm preparedness, Panama City Beach Realtor Beth Mulvey is prepared to assist homeowners and real estate investors with post-storm property decisions in Bay County, Florida. Selling a storm-damaged property is more than a real estate transaction. For many owners, it means making difficult decisions about a property, their finances and their future while navigating an unfamiliar recovery process. For investors, it requires looking beyond the purchase price to understand a property's condition, potential and challenges.

WATCH: Flamingos stay safe and dry huddled together in Florida zoo bathroom

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WFLA) — A flamboyance of flamingos made it through Hurricane Isaias safe and dry by taking shelter in a somewhat unusual spot. Hurricanes and extreme weather events often require some creative problem-solving, and ZooWorld Panama City Beach said lockdown looks different for all of its residents.

Isaias' gusty winds leave behind damage well away from landfall

AccuWeather correspondent Leslie Hudson highlights some of the damage left behind in Panama City Beach, Florida.

Hurricane Isaias damages Publix awning in Lynn Haven

LYNN HAVEN, Fla. (WMBB) – As Hurricane Isaias makes its way over the Florida panhandle, there is some damage throughout the area. News13 was able to capture footage at the Publix shopping center in Lynn Haven. There is damage to the awning leading to the entrance of the building. The ceiling of the awning has […]

AT&T waives charges for Hurricane Isaias victims

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – AT&T announced it will be waiving overage charges and providing unlimited talk, text, and data for those affected by Hurricane Isaias. Starting on Friday and lasting through Nov. 7, AT&T customers billing addresses within the affected areas will have their charges waived. AT&T officials say customers may still receive alerts […]

Rescue crew returns to Southwest Florida after Hurricane Isaias shifts course

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA (WINK) — Search and rescue volunteers from a Southwest Florida nonprofit are back home after Hurricane Isaias took an unexpected turn. Dana Coote, a search and rescue volunteer with Marco Patriots, said the storm was unlike anything the group had ever seen. "This just happened to kind...