Hurricane Isaias Update: Oct. 9, 10 p.m.
Oct 9th, 2026
Update as of: 10 p.m. | Friday, October 9, 2026
Next Confirmed Update: 10 a.m. | Saturday, October 10, 2026
ELECTRIC SYSTEM
Meters Restored: 16,417
Meters Remaining Without Power: 13k
Current Electric Issues/Challenges: Riviera Utilities is experiencing widespread outages following Hurricane Isaias, with numerous reports of downed power lines, fallen trees, and storm-related damage. Some crews are already working in areas where wind speeds have decreased. Following initial assessments by our engineers, crews are expected to begin widespread restoration efforts between midnight and 1 a.m., as conditions allow. Safety remains our top priority.
Mutual Aid & Restoration Resources: More than 100 contract lineworkers are on-site and ready to assist Riviera Utilities crews, with additional mutual aid crews on standby if needed. Restoration efforts will prioritize repairs that restore power to the greatest number of customers.
NATURAL GAS SYSTEM
System Status: Service Restoration Underway in Gulf Shores
Riviera Utilities crews have restored natural gas service to the affected system in Gulf Shores and are ready to assist customers with relighting and restoring service to their homes.
Customers must contact Riviera Utilities to request service restoration and must be present at their property when crews arrive. Crews are ready to respond to Gulf Shores as requests are received.
To schedule service restoration, call 251-943-5001 and leave a message.
SAFETY & PUBLIC INFORMATION
Please stay indoors and off the roads. As daylight approaches, residents may be eager to assess storm damage. However, downed power lines, fallen trees, standing water, and debris may still pose serious dangers.
We strongly urge customers to remain indoors, avoid unnecessary travel, and give emergency responders and utility crews room to work. Always treat downed power lines as energized and stay away. We appreciate your patience as our crews work to safely restore service.
Information reflects conditions known as of 9 p.m. on October 9, 2026, and is subject to change as restoration efforts progress.
