Weather Updates

The Port of Gulfport maintains a comprehensive emergency management plan for severe weather and works closely with local, state and federal emergency management partners in order to respond effectively to potential threats and disasters.

**Weather Update: Hurricane Isaias – Thursday. Oct. 8** 

 Due to the potential of sustained winds (39 mph or greater) associated with Hurricane Isaias entering Sector Mobile’s area of responsibility within the next 24 hours, the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Captain of the Port (COTP) has ordered Port Status YANKEE for the Port of Gulfport. 

YANKEE is the third condition in the Coast Guard’s heavy weather sequence.  

 The storm forecast track remains uncertain, and the port condition may change as forecasts are updated. The Port of Gulfport is in close contact with the COTP and USCG Sector Mobile and will post changes to the port condition if they are issued. 

 More information on USCG port status requirements for mariners can be found on the USCG website at https://navcen.uscg.gov. Facilities should review and update heavy weather response plans and secure loose gear now. 

Hurricane Season Notice
June 1 – November 30

The Port of Gulfport maintains continuous situational awareness throughout hurricane season and actively monitors all storm systems with the potential to affect port operations or infrastructure.

All relevant weather advisories, storm tracking updates, and operational status changes will be posted here as they become available.

Port tenants, partners, and stakeholders are advised to check this page frequently during periods of tropical activity for official communications and guidance related to port readiness, closures, and reactivation procedures.