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Tropical Storm Bertha Makes Second Landfall
24 Jul
Summary
- Bertha made its second landfall after previously striking Louisiana.
- Forecasters warned of heavy rains, flooding, and coastal inundation.
- Tropical storm warnings remain active along the Texas-Louisiana coast.
Tropical Storm Bertha has made its second landfall near the Texas-Louisiana border, extending its impact along the Gulf Coast. This comes just a day after the storm initially made landfall in Louisiana. While Bertha is categorized as a weak tropical storm, its presence brings significant threats.
Forecasters at the National Hurricane Center have warned of potential heavy rainfall, localized flash flooding, and coastal inundation across communities in Louisiana and Texas. Earlier in the week, the storm also caused storm surge impacts in Florida and Alabama. As of 1 p.m. CDT on Thursday, Bertha's sustained winds were recorded at 45 mph.
Various weather alerts, including tropical storm warnings and coastal flood advisories, remain active. These are primarily concentrated along the Gulf Coast of Louisiana and Texas, issued by the National Weather Service. Residents in these areas are urged to stay informed about the storm's progression.
