Hurricane Isaias struck the Florida Panhandle on October 9, 2026, making landfall near Destin as a Category 2 hurricane with winds of 105 mph. The storm caused extensive destruction throughout Pensacola, Milton, and surrounding communities, including severe structural damage, flooding, fallen trees, and widespread power outages.

Milton was among the hardest-hit communities, with approximately 60% of its structures sustaining damage. The storm left thousands of residents without electricity and caused extensive damage throughout Santa Rosa and Escambia counties.