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Bertha weakens to tropical depression, continues to dump rain along Gulf Coast
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Sarah Lynch Baldwin , CBS4 Miami
· July 24, 2026
· 2 min read
Bertha weakened to a tropical depression on Thursday night after moving inland near the border of Texas and Louisiana. Heavy rains are expected to continue along the Texas Gulf and South Texas.High wind gusts are still possible along the upper Texas coast, the National Hurricane Center said.Map show
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Key takeaway CBS News "Bertha is expected to produce total rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches with isolated totals to 4 inches into tonight along the Texas Gulf Coast and South Texas," the center said.
Why this matters in The Miami
Miami residents can breathe a sigh of relief as Bertha weakens to a tropical depression, posing no direct threat to South Florida. However, the storm's trajectory serves as a stark reminder of the region's vulnerability to Atlantic hurricanes. As the second named storm of the season, Bertha's impact on the Gulf Coast, particularly Texas and Louisiana, is a precursor to the potential dangers that Miami-Dade County may face in the coming months. The county's low-lying areas, such as Miami Beach and coastal neighborhoods, are already prone to flooding, and a storm of Bertha's magnitude could exacerbate these issues. With the hurricane season still in its early stages, Miami's emergency management teams must remain vigilant, ensuring that the city's infrastructure and residents are prepared for any potential storms that may affect the area. The storm's impact on Texas and Louisiana will be closely watched by local authorities.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Bertha weakened to a tropical depression on Thursday night after moving inland near the border of Texas and Louisiana. Heavy rains are expected to continue along the Texas Gulf and South Texas.High wind gusts are still possible along the upper Texas coast, the National Hurricane Center said.Map show
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