When was this published?

This article was first published on July 23, 2026 by CBS4 Miami and curated for The Miami readers.

Who reported this story?

This story was reported by Sarah Lynch Baldwin at CBS4 Miami.

Where can I find related coverage?

See more arts coverage from The Miami, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs.

Tropical Storm Bertha moves into Louisiana, heads for Texas. 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 was turning toward Texas early Thursday after making landfall in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana, the day before and was bringing rain to a large swath of the northern Gulf Coast.Bertha was moving west at 12 mph, the National Hurricane Center said."Little change in strength is ex

Why this matters in The Miami

As Tropical Storm Bertha moves towards Texas, Miami residents can breathe a sigh of relief that the storm's path is not directly threatening 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 and tropical storms. The National Hurricane Center, based in Miami, plays a crucial role in tracking and predicting the path of these storms, providing vital information to residents and authorities in the region. With Miami's low-lying neighborhoods, such as Miami Beach and Little Havana, already experiencing frequent flooding, the threat of storm surge and heavy rainfall from tropical systems like Bertha is a concern that warrants attention and preparation from local authorities and residents alike. As the storm season progresses, Miamians should remain vigilant and stay informed about potential threats to the area.

About this story

Original reporting by CBS4 Miami. The Miami surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page.

For the complete original report, visit CBS4 Miami. Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom.

Category: arts · Published: July 23, 2026 · Source: CBS4 Miami · Reading time: 2 min

Summary created by	The Miami Editorial Desk — automated, rule-governed
Original reporting	Sarah Lynch Baldwin, CBS4 Miami
Original story	Read at the source
Source published	Jul 23, 2026
AI assistance	Automated summary drawn from the source’s own published text
Prepublication human review	No — editorial rules, flagged-item review, and published samples

Tropical Storm Bertha moves into Louisiana, heads for Texas. See forecast map and its path.

More stories

Tropical Storm Bertha moves into Louisiana, heads for Texas. See forecast map and its path.

CBS Miami, Neighbors 4 Neighbors and GEM team up for Venezuela earthquake relief drive

Hope 4 Venezuela: One Month Since the Devastating Earthquakes Hit the Country

Rainy season may become more active in South Florida with higher moisture and more showers

Miami-Dade man accused of exposing himself at 12-year-old girl's bedroom window, deputies say

Woman charged for entire minibar

South Florida researchers bring endangered coral ashore to protect them from a "really bad year" for coral bleaching

Preston Plambeck, Luis Suárez help Inter Miami beat Fire 3-2 without Lionel Messi

Florida offers free swim lessons for kids ages 1 to 7 as child drowning rate nears record

More people booked into ICE detention in June than in any month since crackdown began

Pitbull taking part in special Miami Beach Billboard Latin Music Week Q and A in October

Climate change to obliterate $1.5 trillion in U.S. home values, study finds

Get the briefing.