Tropical Storm Bertha Hits Gulf Coast | Durham News

Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 23, 2026 · 1m

Tropical Storm Bertha slams into Louisiana, racing west toward Texas with strong winds and storm surge threats—prompting beach closures from Florida to Mississippi. While heavy rain stayed offshore, easing flood fears, residents faced a rare double whammy: tropical storm warnings AND extreme heat, the latter not seen in southern Louisiana in two decades. Some folks even mowed lawns as streets flooded, while officials like Governor Jeff Landry urged caution despite optimistic forecasts. Storm surges up to 3 feet and 1–4 inches of rain are expected, manageable for coastal areas. Meanwhile…