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Tropical Storm Bertha Forms, Threatens Gulf Coast with Heavy Rain and Flooding

Tropical Storm Bertha Forms, Threatens Gulf Coast with Heavy Rain and Flooding

Tropical Storm Bertha has formed in the Gulf of Mexico, south of the Florida Panhandle, and is expected to strengthen as it approaches the Gulf Coast. The storm, which developed from a tropical depression, is moving west-northwest at about 3 mph with maximum sustained winds of 40 mph. The National Hurricane Center has issued a Tropical Storm Watch for areas from the Ochlockonee River in Florida to the Jefferson/Plaquemines Parish border in Louisiana. The storm is expected to bring heavy rainfall, with forecasts predicting up to 8 inches in some areas, potentially causing flash flooding. Additionally, storm surges could raise water levels by up to 4 feet along parts of the Gulf Coast.

Tropical depression edges toward US Gulf Coast nearing tropical storm strength, forecasters say

Tropical depression edges toward US Gulf Coast nearing tropical storm strength, forecasters say

A tropical depression is drifting erratically in the Gulf of Mexico and is forecasts to gradually strengthen into a tropical storm this week that could threaten several states

Tropical Storm Bertha Approaches Gulf Coast, Threatens Heavy Rainfall and Storm Surges

Tropical Storm Bertha Approaches Gulf Coast, Threatens Heavy Rainfall and Storm Surges

Tropical Storm Bertha has intensified as it nears the Gulf Coast, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC). As of the latest advisory, the storm is located approximately 110 miles south-southwest of Panama City and 170 miles southeast of Mobile, Alabama, moving northwest at 5 mph with sustained winds of 50 mph. The NHC has issued a tropical storm warning for areas from the Alabama/Florida border to the Jefferson/Plaquemines Parish border in Louisiana. A tropical storm watch is also in effect for parts of Florida and Louisiana, including metropolitan New Orleans. The storm is expected to bring 2 to 4 inches of rain, with some areas potentially receiving up to 6 inches, posing a risk of flash flooding. Storm surges of 1 to 4 feet are anticipated along various parts of the Gulf Coast.

Tropical Storm Bertha in the Gulf of Mexico moving toward Florida Panhandle and Alabama

Tropical Storm Bertha in the Gulf of Mexico moving toward Florida Panhandle and Alabama

Tropical Storm Bertha has strengthened in the Gulf of Mexico and is moving toward the Florida Panhandle, causing a tropical storm warning and storm surge watches

Tropical Storm Bertha drifts toward land as Hurricane Fausto forms in the eastern Pacific

Tropical Storm Bertha drifts toward land as Hurricane Fausto forms in the eastern Pacific

Hurricane Fausto has formed in the eastern Pacific far from Mexico’s Baja California peninsula and poses no threat to land

Tropical Storm Bertha Forms, Threatens U.S. Gulf Coast with Heavy Rain and Storm Surge

Tropical Storm Bertha Forms, Threatens U.S. Gulf Coast with Heavy Rain and Storm Surge

Tropical Storm Bertha has formed in the Gulf of Mexico, south of the Florida Panhandle, and is expected to intensify as it approaches the U.S. Gulf Coast. The National Hurricane Center reports that Bertha is currently located about 110 miles south of Panama City, Florida, with maximum sustained winds of 40 mph. The storm is moving west-northwest at a slow pace of 3 mph and is anticipated to bring heavy rain, storm surge, and damaging wind gusts to coastal areas of northern Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana. A tropical storm watch is in effect from the Ochlockonee River in Florida to southeastern Louisiana, including the Jefferson and Plaquemines parish line.

Tropical Depression Approaches US Gulf Coast, Expected to Strengthen into Tropical Storm

Tropical Depression Approaches US Gulf Coast, Expected to Strengthen into Tropical Storm

A tropical depression is moving erratically towards the U.S. Gulf Coast, with forecasts indicating it could strengthen into a tropical storm. As of Monday afternoon, the depression was located approximately 105 miles south of Panama City, Florida, with sustained winds of 35 mph. The U.S. National Hurricane Center predicts the system will intensify, potentially bringing storm surges, heavy rains, and damaging winds to several states along the Gulf Coast. A storm surge watch has been issued from the mouth of the Mississippi River to the Alabama-Florida border, and a tropical storm watch is in effect from the Ochlockonee River in Florida to southeastern Louisiana. The National Weather Service warns of possible life-threatening storm surges and isolated tornadoes in the region.

Tropical Storm Bertha forms on track approaching US Gulf Coast

Tropical Storm Bertha forms on track approaching US Gulf Coast

Tropical Storm Bertha has formed in the Gulf of Mexico off the Florida Panhandle

Tropical Depression Two Forms in Gulf, Threatens Heavy Rain and Coastal Flooding

Tropical Depression Two Forms in Gulf, Threatens Heavy Rain and Coastal Flooding

Tropical Depression Two has developed in the northeastern Gulf of Mexico and is anticipated to bring significant rainfall and tropical storm-force winds to the northern and eastern Gulf Coast regions. The system is expected to strengthen into Tropical Storm Bertha by tonight or Monday. A Hurricane Hunter aircraft is scheduled to gather data on the storm's conditions. The depression is predicted to cause widespread rainfall of 2 to 4 inches, with isolated areas receiving up to 8 inches. A storm surge of 1 to 3 feet is possible along Florida's Big Bend region. The system is moving slowly due to weak steering currents, but some strengthening is possible as it approaches the Gulf Coast of Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana by midweek.

Tropical Storm Bertha Forms in Florida's Gulf Coast

Tropical Storm Bertha Forms in Florida's Gulf Coast

Tropical Storm Bertha has formed off Florida's Gulf Coast, as confirmed by NOAA Hurricane Hunters. The storm, previously identified as Tropical Depression Two, was located approximately 110 miles south of Panama City, Florida, and 190 miles southeast of Mobile, Alabama, as of the 8 p.m. advisory on July 20, 2026. Bertha is moving west-northwest at 3 mph with maximum sustained winds of 40 mph. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has issued a Storm Surge Watch from the Alabama/Florida border to the Mouth of the Mississippi River and a Tropical Storm Watch from the Ochlockonee River in Florida westward to the Jefferson/Plaquemines Parish border in Louisiana. Rainfall of 2 to 4 inches, with localized amounts up to 8 inches, is expected along the Gulf Coast through Friday, potentially causing flash flooding in urban areas.

Tropical Storm Fausto Forms Off Mexico's Coast as Gulf Depression Threatens U.S. Gulf Coast

Tropical Storm Fausto Forms Off Mexico's Coast as Gulf Depression Threatens U.S. Gulf Coast

Tropical Storm Fausto has formed well off Mexico's southwest Pacific coast, according to the U.S. National Hurricane Center. The storm, which emerged from a tropical depression, is located approximately 750 miles south-southwest of the southern tip of Mexico's Baja California peninsula. It is expected to strengthen into a hurricane by Monday night. Meanwhile, a tropical depression in the Gulf of Mexico, south of the Florida Panhandle, is being closely monitored as it could develop into a tropical storm. This system is expected to bring heavy rainfall to coastal areas of northern Florida, Alabama, and Louisiana as it moves west towards Texas. A tropical storm watch has been issued for parts of the Florida Panhandle to the Alabama border.

Tropical Storm Bertha Expected to Bring Heavy Rain and Flash Flooding to Gulf Coast

Tropical Storm Bertha Expected to Bring Heavy Rain and Flash Flooding to Gulf Coast

Tropical Storm Bertha, the second named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, has formed off the coast of Alabama. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has issued a Tropical Storm Warning for areas from the Alabama/Florida border to the Jefferson-Plaquemines Parish border in Louisiana. A Storm Surge Watch is also in effect for the Alabama-Florida border to the mouth of the Mississippi River. As of 5 a.m. ET on Monday, the storm was located approximately 110 miles south-southwest of Panama City, Florida, and 170 miles southeast of Mobile, Alabama, with maximum sustained winds of 50 mph (80 km/h). The storm is moving northwest at 5 mph (8 km/h) and is expected to turn west, potentially making landfall in southeast Louisiana by midweek. Heavy rain, storm surges, and flash flooding are anticipated along the northern Gulf Coast.