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Hurricane Threatens Top College Football Game
10 Oct
Summary
- Georgia vs. Alabama game scheduled despite looming hurricane.
- President Trump cancels attendance due to storm concerns.
- College GameDay show moved indoors; tailgating hours shortened.
The marquee college football matchup between No. 2 Georgia and No. 6 Alabama is scheduled for Saturday night, proceeding despite the anticipated arrival of Hurricane Isaias along the U.S. Gulf Coast.
President Donald Trump will not attend the Tuscaloosa game, citing the need for first responders to focus on the storm. He expressed hope the game would continue despite the weather and pledged to visit the teams later.
Forecasters warn of significant storm impacts, leading to precautionary measures. ESPN's "College GameDay" moved indoors, and Alabama reduced tailgating hours. Tuscaloosa's inland location offers a possibility that the storm's worst effects will have passed by kickoff.
While coastal high schools and colleges adjusted schedules, Georgia's travel plans remain unchanged. Historically, major hurricanes have caused game postponements, as seen with Alabama in 1988 and Georgia in 2016. Both coaches are preparing their teams amidst the uncertainty.
