Mobile Fire-Rescue Department

Hurricane Isaias Update | 11 a.m. ET, Oct. 9

Isaias is a Category 3 major hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 120 mph. Hazards include damaging winds, storm surge, heavy rainfall, flash flooding and potentially strong tornadoes.

A tornado watch is possible.

Residents in low-lying or flood-prone areas, storm surge zones and manufactured homes are strongly urged to relocate to a safer location before conditions deteriorate. Public shelters are available at:

• Theodore High School, 6201 Swedetown Road North, Theodore
• Baker High School, 8901 Airport Blvd., Mobile
• Collins-Rhodes Elementary School, 5110 St. Stephens Road, Eight Mile

Theodore High School is also serving as the medical needs shelter. Call 211 for shelter transportation assistance.

Monitor official alerts, review severe weather plans and remain prepared for changing conditions.

We encourage everyone to prepare for rapidly changing weather conditions as the day progresses. If you don’t need to be on the road this afternoon or tonight, please stay home.

LATEST UPDATE: 3:39 p.m. on Thursday, October 8, 2026
cityofmobile.gov/hurricane-preparedness

🏠 Shelter & Transportation
Starting at 8 a.m. on Friday, October 9, the following Mobile County Public Schools will serve as shelters:
- Theodore High School: 6201 Swedetown Road North, Theodore, AL 36582. (general shelter and the County’s medical needs shelter)
- Baker High School: 8901 Airport Blvd, Mobile, AL 36608
- Collins-Rhodes Elementary School: 5110 St. Stephens Rd, Eight Mile, AL 36613 (general shelter)

Shelter Transportation: Residents who need transportation to shelter have two options:
1. Residents who wish to take Second Line Transit should arrive in the Bel Air Mall parking lot by 9:30 a.m. on Friday, October 9. No service to shelters will run after 9:30 a.m.
2. Residents who are unable to make it to Bel Air Mall by 9:30 a.m. tomorrow morning can call 211 for more options.

Only trained service animals are permitted inside the shelters. Mobile County Animal Shelter will have vehicles stationed at each location to accept household pets for transport to the County's animal shelter on Howells Ferry Road, where they will be cared for while their owners are sheltering.

Resident should arrive prepared to meet their basic needs. Recommended items include:
- prescription medications and essential medical supplies
- baby formula, diapers and other special dietary items
- food, water and personal necessities for up to 72 hours
- bedding, blankets, pillows and person hygiene items
- cleaning items like soap, hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes or general household cleaning supplies to disinfect surfaces

Unhoused Population:
Waterfront Rescue Mission, McKemie Place, and Salvation Army is available for the unhoused.

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In preparation for Hurricane Isaias, don't forget to build a kit for your pet! 🐾 For the latest Hurricane Isaias updates and important resources, please visit cityofmobile.gov/hurricane-preparedness ‼️

Sandbags are still available while supplies last. Today is the final day to prepare for impacts, so don’t delay.

Sandbags will be available starting Thursday morning.

LATEST UPDATE: 11:38 a.m. on Friday, October 9, 2026
cityofmobile.gov/hurricane-preparedness

⏰ Curfew
The City of Mobile will institute a general curfew beginning at 7 p.m. this evening, Oct. 9 through 6 a.m. Oct. 10 as Hurricane Isaias approaches the area.

The city is asking residents to stay in their homes during this time to allow first responders and other city staff to safely access the area and survey any damage the storm may cause. The biggest impacts from the significant weather event are expected to be storm surge, flash flooding, rain and wind damage.

💧 Flood Zones
Check the map to see if you're located in a flood zone:https://www.cityofmobile.gov/uploads/261008060621FloodZones36x48.pdf4.pdf

🏠 Shelter & Transportation
Starting at 8 a.m. on Friday, October 9, the following Mobile County Public Schools will serve as shelters:
- Theodore High School: 6201 Swedetown Road North, Theodore, AL 36582. (general shelter and the County’s medical needs shelter)
- Baker High School: 8901 Airport Blvd, Mobile, AL 36608
- Collins-Rhodes Elementary School: 5110 St. Stephens Rd, Eight Mile, AL 36613 (general shelter)

Shelter Transportation: Residents who need transportation to shelter have two options:
1. Residents who wish to take Second Line Transit should arrive in the Bel Air Mall parking lot by 9:30 a.m. on Friday, October 9. No service to shelters will run after 9:30 a.m.
2. Residents who are unable to make it to Bel Air Mall by 9:30 a.m. tomorrow morning can call 211 for more options.

Only trained service animals are permitted inside the shelters. Mobile County Animal Shelter will have vehicles stationed at each location to accept household pets for transport to the County's animal shelter on Howells Ferry Road, where they will be cared for while their owners are sheltering.

Resident should arrive prepared to meet their basic needs. Recommended items include:
- prescription medications and essential medical supplies
- baby formula, diapers and other special dietary items
- food, water and personal necessities for up to 72 hours
- bedding, blankets, pillows and person hygiene items
- cleaning items like soap, hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes or general household cleaning supplies to disinfect surfaces

🏙️ City Closures
All City of Mobile offices, departments, and Municipal Court will be closed on Friday, October 9.

🚮 Trash, Garbage & Recycling
- Recycling centers will be CLOSED on Friday, October 9 and Saturday, October 10.
- FRIDAY GARBAGE: Garbage will run normal routes on Friday. If your garbage pickup is on Friday (DIP, McVay, Heron Lakes, Morningside, and Skyland Park areas), please bring your garbage cans in from the street as soon as they’re emptied, if possible. We would like to avoid garbage cans floating/blowing down the streets.
- FRIDAY TRASH: If you receive Friday trash pickup, you may see your trash piles picked up on Thursday (a day early). Do not be alarmed; we will still run through those routes again tomorrow. Our team is trying to get as much done before the storm hits tomorrow.
- MONDAY TRASH: If you receive Monday South trash pickup, please DO NOT put your trash piles out before the storm. The piles can become wind-blown debris. Please wait until Sunday to put your trash piles out.

⌛ Sandbags
The City of Mobile will be providing sand and sandbags for residents in flood-prone areas. The sandbags will be available at Mobile Police Department Precinct 1 located at 2601 Dauphin Island Parkway Suite D or the James Seals Community Center at 540 Texas Street. They will be available while supplies last, starting at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 8.

🐾 Animal Shelter Emergency Fosters
The City of Mobile Animal Services Department is looking for emergency fosters ahead of the storm. If you are local to Mobile or the surrounding areas, please submit a foster application by clicking here.

🎈 Event Cancellations
Friday’s Halloween-themed LoDa Artwalk has been moved to next Friday, October 16. Saturday’s Fall Market in the Park and Dauphin Street B**r Festival have both been canceled. If you purchased B**r Festival tickets, please reach out to the bar that you purchased your ticket from to get a refund.

Please follow US National Weather Service Mobile Alabama, Mobile County Emergency Management Agency, and City of Mobile - Government and other official sources for important weather updates.

With a potentially dangerous storm setting its sights on the Gulf Coast, preparation and safety can't wait.

Review the City of Mobile's Severe Weather Preparedness Guide to ensure your family is properly prepared and up to date with the latest storm information. Find important information about building a kit, making a plan, staying informed, and other resources at www.cityofmobile.gov/hurricane-preparedness/.

Tropical Storm Isaias continues to strengthen as it moves east northeast today. There is increasing confidence in significant impacts to the local area.

Now is the time to prepare.

1. Have a plan!
2. Build disaster kits, equipped with essentials, such as water, flashlights, spare batteries, medications, first aid supplies, and more.
3. Secure your home.
4. Know your evacuation zone!
5. If you evacuate, take your pets with you (or have them stay with a friend of family member.) Do not leave pets home alone.
6. Stay informed by following trusted, weather sources, like Mobile County Emergency Management Agency, US National Weather Service Mobile Alabama, U.S. National Weather Service (NWS), NOAA NWS National Hurricane Center, and meteorological experts.

Visit www.cityofmobile.org or www.mobilecountyema.gov/ for the latest info.

Plan and prepare now in case these conditions and impacts occur as predicted. Changes are still possible with this track and forecast, so continue to follow trusted weather sources for vital information.

(WEDNESDAY 10:05am) - A Hurricane Watch is now in effect for our area, including Mobile.

Now is the time to prepare for tropical weather that’s expected to impact the Gulf Coast as soon as Friday. Don’t focus solely on the center of the cone. Shifts are still possible with this forecast.

Make sure you have the essentials for around the house, fuel for your vehicles and generator, medicine for you and your pets, batteries, flashlights, and anything else you think you may need if you were to lose power.

Also, rising water is a huge threat with approaching tropical systems in low-lying areas. Localized flooding will also be a concern from rainwater.

Now is the time to review your emergency plans, build your disaster supply kit, know your evacuation zone, and ensure your family is ready before a storm threatens our community.

MORE INFO IN LINK BELOW:

https://www.cityofmobile.gov/hurricane-preparedness/