Alabama declares emergency in 40 counties, orders evacuations as Hurricane Isaias nears Gulf Coast

Governor Kay Ivey activated the state response plan and ordered evacuations for coastal visitors as Hurricane Isaias threatens winds up to 193 km/h, storm surges over 2 meters, and possible tornadoes. The declaration covers 40 counties, indicating a broad and severe impact zone. The storm's exact landfall timing and intensity remain uncertain, but the evacuation order signals imminent danger to life and property.