Panama City Beach Daily Update & Conditions – October 16, 2026

Good morning, West End PCB family! Once that light early morning fog burns off, we are in store for a gorgeous, mostly sunny day with temperatures climbing into the mid-80s. With gentle westerly breezes and warm emerald waters, it is shaping up to be a fantastic day to spend along our sugar-white sands.

Viewer images capture Hurricane Isaias damage across our area

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - As our community progresses with recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricane Isaias, viewers across the area have shared photos documenting the storm’s impact. Browse the gallery below to see images of wind damage, downed trees, and storm conditions sent in from your neighbors.

Bay County to survey beaches for sand loss after Hurricane Isaias

Bay County leaders approved beach surveys to measure sand loss from Hurricane Isaias and determine if another renourishment project is needed.

Panama City Beach Daily Update & Conditions – October 15, 2026

Good morning, PCBers! Another beautiful day along the West End of Panama City Beach—let's check out what the Gulf has in store for us today!. Today’s Panama City Beach Conditions & Coastal Outlook. Air & Gulf Water Temperatures. Air High: 84°F. Gulf Water Temp: 81.9°F (measured at...

Debris and downed trees found in Panama City Beach neighborhood after Hurricane Isaias

News13 walked through the Wild Heron neighborhood in Panama City Beach, finding debris and downed trees, and one Hurricane Katrina survivor who was in Isaias said she's ready to bounce back.

Kentucky relief group heads to Florida to help Isaias victims

LINCOLN COUNTY, Ky. (WDRB+WAVE) — Kentucky Baptist Disaster Relief is sending volunteers and mobile kitchens to Florida to help communities recovering after Hurricane Isaias. Volunteers loaded up in Lincoln County to head to Panama City, where some families are still without power. “We’ll be partnering with the Salvation Army...

Panama City Beach Daily Update & Conditions – October 14, 2026

Good morning, PCBers! Another beautiful day along the West End of Panama City Beach—let's check out what the Gulf has in store for us today!. Today’s Panama City Beach Conditions & Coastal Outlook. Air & Gulf Water Temperatures. Air High: 84°F. Gulf Water Temp: 81°F (measured at...

Lowe’s holds “Bucket Brigade” to help provide storm relief to the Wiregrass

DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — Many in the Wiregrass region are still recovering from the impacts of Hurricane Isaias, which ripped through the Gulf and Southeast this past weekend. To help with storm relief, many Lowe’s locations will be giving away cleaning supplies to help residents recuperate. Enterprise will hold a “Bucket Brigade” giveaway on October […]

Power restored to 95% of Florida customers after Hurricane Isaias

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WWSB) - Florida officials say power has been restored to 95% of customers affected by Hurricane Isaias as recovery work continues across Northwest Florida. Nearly 450,000 customers lost power at the height of the storm, according to Gov. Ron DeSantis’ office. The state says 11 supply distribution...

Washington County issues debris pickup guidelines following Hurricane Isaias

The Washington County Board of County Commissioners (WCBOCC) has issued a reminder for residents to properly separate and place storm-related debris for collection following Hurricane Isaias. At this time, the timeframe for debris pickup has not yet been determined. Residents are encouraged to begin placing storm-related debris at the edge...

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...