
Isaias could create higher fuel prices. Here’s why
By Marcus Chen
ABC 7 Suncoast SWFL
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Category 3 Hurricane Isaias is heading toward the Florida - Alabama border as tropical storm conditions begin along the Gulf coast.A Tornado Watch has been issued for Clinch and Echols counties in SE GA and west of I-75 for NE FL. It is possible that the Watch is expanded to include areas of NE FL and SE GA tonight, early Saturday. The chance of tornadoes tonight for NE FL and SE GA is 2 percent. The chance of tornadoes moves into SE GA Saturday with a 2 percent chance from I-75 to Brunswick, with a 5 percent chance for northern Ware County.The potential for strong to severe storms will increase tonight across northeast Florida and then through early afternoon Saturday across southeast Georgia. The strengthening onshore winds will continue surf zone risks and tidal flooding along area waterways.Isaias will make landfall tonight around 8 to 9 p.m. Based on current speed and timing as a strong Category 2 between Fort Walton Beach and Gulf Breeze, FL. The storm will track inland over the