The Coast is Clear On Alabama's Beaches

Hurricane Isaias Recovery: Visitors May Return to Alabama's Beaches

1:00 pm, Saturday, October 10, 2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone in Alabama affected by Hurricane Isaias, and with our neighbors to the east and north who were more severely impacted by Hurricane Isaias. Gulf Coast communities have always supported one another, and we're standing with our neighbors as they recover.

Visitors may return

The State of Alabama has lifted its mandatory evacuation order, and visitors may return to Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Fort Morgan. Crews are still working on cleanup and power restoration, so please confirm your plans with your lodging provider and any businesses you plan to visit before you travel.

If you have a reservation

If you booked on AlabamasBeaches.com please contact the merchant of record listed in your confirmation email, and have your confirmation number ready. If you booked anywhere else, contact the company you booked through.

Gulf waters are closed

Double red flags are flying across Alabama's Beaches because of life-threatening rip currents and dangerous surf. Storm surf may look fun, but it can be deadly. Please stay out of the water. For daily beach conditions, text ALBEACHES to 888777.

Bridges and roads

All bridges to Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Fort Morgan are open, and the overnight curfews have ended. Crews are still working on cleanup and power restoration, so drive with caution and treat any intersection with a dark or flashing signal as a four-way stop.

Flights

Gulf Shores International Airport is open, with no apparent storm damage. Allegiant will contact affected travelers directly. You can also call 702-505-8888 or view the Allegiant travel alert. Pensacola International Airport remains closed.

Meetings, Conferences and Sports Events

Our Meetings and Sports teams are here to help planners, event organizers, teams and families with upcoming events on Alabama’s Beaches. If you have a meeting, conference or group event scheduled, your sales manager can confirm venue and lodging status, help with any adjustments to your plans and answer questions about your attendees’ travel. Contact the Meetings Team, Sports Team, or call 1-800-745-SAND.