This week’s weather coverage is dominated by Hurricane Isaias as it strengthens and moves toward the U.S. Gulf Coast, producing damaging winds, storm surge, flooding, widespread power outages and at least two reported deaths. Coverage also highlights local response and recovery — from FEMA readiness questions amid staffing cuts to community-led efforts after Hurricane Lowell struck Kaua‘i, where residents used excavators and volunteers to clear roads and repair roofs.