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Heat Then Bertha Heads Toward Gulf | Lake Charles News

This week starts hot and dry, with triple-digit heat indexes making outdoor time a sweaty gamble—stay hydrated and seek shade. Rain stays scarce until late Tuesday, but the real drama kicks in as Tropical Depression Two heads toward becoming Storm Bertha. While wind shear may keep it from exploding, its path could send impacts from Southwest Louisiana to Texas, depending on strength. If you’re headed east or toward the Texas coast, watch closely—Bertha’s track could bring wind and rain your way. The good news? It’s expected to veer west by Friday, leaving us with a quiet, still-hot weekend…

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