Hurricane Isaias Information

Gadsden County is urging residents to take precautions and prepare for the potential impacts of Tropical Storm Isaias as the storm moves toward the Gulf Coast and is forecast to bring hazardous weather conditions to the Florida Panhandle.

According to the National Hurricane Center's forecast provided on October 7, 2026, Tropical Storm Isaias is expected to move northeast, with the potential for impacts to the region beginning Friday morning. Winds could begin affecting the area as early as 8:00 a.m. Friday, October 9, with landfall forecast for Friday. Residents should remain alert, monitor official weather updates, and prepare for changing conditions.

Potential impacts include strong winds, heavy rainfall, hazardous travel conditions, and power outages. Residents are encouraged to prepare now by securing outdoor items, charging electronic devices, gathering flashlights and extra batteries, stocking essential supplies, and ensuring they have enough food, water, and necessary medications.

Residents should also prepare for possible extended power outages by keeping mobile devices charged, having backup lighting available, and identifying safe locations to go if conditions become hazardous. Individuals who rely on electricity for medical equipment should make backup arrangements in advance.

Gadsden County encourages residents to monitor updates from the National Weather Service, the National Hurricane Center, and official Gadsden County communication channels for the latest information regarding the storm's track, potential impacts, and any emergency notices.

Residents are reminded that storm forecasts can change. Taking steps now can help protect families, homes, and property as the county prepares for possible impacts from Tropical Storm Isaias.

Gadsden County residents can begin picking up sandbags on Thursday at 8:00 a.m. at the following locations:

Limit: 15 sandbags per household. Supplies are available to Gadsden County residents.

Residents are encouraged to monitor official Gadsden County and Emergency Management updates for changes to locations, availability, or operating hours as we prepare for the approaching storm.

GADSDEN COUNTY, FL - The Gadsden County Board of County Commissioners is providing residents with emergency shelter locations and designated transportation pickup sites as the_ county prepares for potential impacts from Hurricane Isaias.

Transportation pickup is scheduled to begin at 12:00 p.m. (noon) and end at 4 p.m. on Friday, October 9, 2026. Residents who need transportation to an emergency shelter should report to one of the designated pickup locations listed below. Services will not be able to get to you after conditions deteriorate.

SHELTER LOCATIONS

General Population Shelters

Gadsden County High School

27001 Blue Star Highway, Havana, FL 32333

West Gadsden Middle School

200 Providence Road, Quincy, FL 32351

Special Needs Shelter

Florida Department of Health in Gadsden County

278 LaSalle LeFall Drive, Quincy, FL 32351

Residents who require special medical assistance should contact the Florida Department of Health in Gadsden County at 850-875-7200 to confirm special needs shelter arrangements and eligibility.

SHELTER TRANSPORTATION PICKUP LOCATIONS

HAVANA

Piggly Wiggly - 102 E. 1st Avenue, Havana, FL 32333

MIDWAY

Midway City Hall - 50 Martin Luther King Blvd., Midway, FL 32343

QUINCY

Piggly Wiggly - 18680 Blue Star Highway, Quincy, FL 32351

Roses and Citi Trends Parking Lot - 1323 W. Crawford Street, Quincy, FL

CRMC Gadsden Campus Hospital - 23186 Blue Star Highway, Quincy, FL 32351

GREENSBORO

Sawdust Community Park - 3355 Providence Road, Quincy, FL 32351

Greensboro Elementary School - 559 Greensboro Highway, Quincy, FL 32351

GRETNA

Gretna City Hall - 14615 Main Street, Gretna, FL 32332

Oak Grove Church - 3510 Atwater Road, Gretna, FL

CHATTAHOOCHEE

Chattahoochee Elementary School - 335 Maple Street, Chattahoochee, FL 32324

All designated transportation pickups are scheduled to begin at 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Friday, October 9, 2026.

Residents are encouraged to bring:

• Identification and important documents
• Necessary medications
• Essential personal items
• Nonperishable food and snacks
• Blankets and pillows

Monitor the official Gadsden County Board of County Commissioners communication channels for the latest updates on transportation, shelter availability, and emergency instructions.