FAQ?
How much damage did Hurricane Isaac cause in Louisiana?
Strong winds felled downed lines and trees. Overall, Isaac caused $3.11 billion (2012 USD) in damage and led to 41 fatalities. Despite the damage, the name was not retired.
How many states were affected by Hurricane Isaac?
Hurricane Isaac was a Category 1 storm that made landfall in Louisana on August 28, 2012, causing tornadoes and widespread flooding in five states.
What were the effects of Hurricane Isaac?
The slow movement of Isaac resulted in prolonged wind, coastal flooding and flash flooding impacts across the entire region. Overall the region fared well with regard to impacts from Hurricane Isaac. Heavy flooding rains, especially over southeast Mississippi; and minor to moderate coastal flooding and erosion were the primary problems.
How strong was Hurricane Isaac?
At 6:45pm on August 28th, Hurricane Isaac made a brief landfall along the coast of southeast Louisiana in Plaquemines Parish. Maximum sustained winds were 80mph during landfall.
