Tropical Storm Bertha forecast to bring heavy rain, flooding along the Gulf Coast
Summary
Tropical Storm Bertha strengthened in the Gulf of Mexico and is expected to bring heavy rain, flooding, and wind along the northern Gulf Coast from Florida to Louisiana. The storm is forecast to weaken as it moves inland, with coastal areas preparing by distributing sandbags and issuing warnings.Key Facts
- Tropical Storm Bertha had maximum sustained winds of 60 mph (95 kph) on Tuesday.
- The storm was about 105 miles southwest of Panama City, Florida, moving northwest slowly.
- A tropical storm warning was in effect from the Florida Panhandle to Louisiana, including New Orleans.
- Heavy rain of 2 to 4 inches (5 to 10 centimeters) was expected, with possible flash flooding in urban areas.
- Storm surges up to 4 feet (1.2 meters) could affect Louisiana’s coast near the Mississippi River.
- Authorities in Mississippi, Louisiana, and Florida opened sandbag distribution sites for residents.
- Bertha is the second tropical storm of the Atlantic hurricane season; previous storm Arthur caused flooding in the southeast U.S.
- Hurricane Fausto, in the eastern Pacific, strengthened but posed no threat to land.
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