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Tropical Storm Bertha moves inland near Texas-Louisiana border. See forecast map and its path.
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Sarah Lynch Baldwin , CBS4 Miami
· July 23, 2026
· 2 min read
Tropical Storm Bertha moved inland Thursday afternoon near the border of Texas and Louisiana, after initially striking land over Louisiana on Wednesday. The heavy rains, now spreading across parts of coastal Texas, impacted a large swath of the northern Gulf Coast along the way.Bertha was expected t
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Key takeaway Louisiana state climatologist Jay Grymes said Wednesday he expected some pockets of flooding, but added, "With luck, this will be an in-and-out kind of situation.
Why this matters in The Miami
Miami residents can breathe a sigh of relief as Tropical Storm Bertha moves inland near the Texas-Louisiana border, posing no immediate threat to South Florida. However, the storm's trajectory serves as a reminder that hurricane season is in full swing, and Miami-Dade County remains vulnerable to Atlantic hurricanes. The city's low-lying neighborhoods, such as Miami Beach and Wynwood, are particularly at risk for flooding and storm surges. As the storm season progresses, Miamians should remain vigilant and prepared for potential storms, taking heed from the precautions taken by southern states in Bertha's path, such as closing parks and low-lying roads. The Miami-Dade County government and emergency management officials should also be on high alert, reviewing and refining their response plans to ensure the city is ready to respond to any potential storms that may affect the area.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 2 min
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