Tropical Storm Bertha forms in the Gulf of Mexico and moves toward the U.S. Gulf Coast, prompting warnings for storm surge, dangerous rip currents, heavy rain and flooding. Multiple outlets report that the storm develops south of the Florida Panhandle and then approaches populated coastal areas. As it nears the coast, beach closures are issued along the Gulf from the Florida Panhandle to Mississippi, reflecting concerns about hazardous conditions.

Several reports state that Bertha makes landfall in southern Louisiana around Wednesday, with strong winds affecting the region. After landfall, the storm moves westward toward Texas and is described as weakening while continuing to bring impacts to Gulf communities, including rough surf and flooding. Estimates cited by NBC News indicate winds could reach up to about 50 mph.

In addition to Gulf Coast impacts, CBS News notes severe weather elsewhere in the Midwest, including flooding in Des Moines, Iowa, and tornadoes reported in northern Wisconsin. Times of India similarly mentions severe storms and flash-flood concerns outside the Gulf region.