Tropical Storm Bertha struck Louisiana with 45 mph winds. It has since moved toward Texas. Heavy rain is expected near the Rio Grande Valley. The National Hurricane Center issued updates on its path. Officials underscored the need to get ready for more storms later. Residents are advised to tie down loose items and monitor local alerts. The storm's forward speed remains average, but rainfall could grow quickly. Power outages have been noted in several parishes. Emergency shelters are open in affected communities.
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5 AM Tropical Update: Bertha weakens - ABC7 WWSB
5 AM Tropical Update: Bertha weakens ABC7 WWSB
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Tropical Storm Bertha now has 45 mph winds after Louisiana landfall - WXII
Tropical Storm Bertha now has 45 mph winds after Louisiana landfall WXII
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Tropical Storm Bertha nears Texas coast; officials urge residents to use storm as a preparedness reminder - Click2Houston
Tropical Storm Bertha nears Texas coast; officials urge residents to use storm as a preparedness reminder Click2Houston
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Tropical Storm Bertha moves off Louisiana, heads for Texas. See forecast map and its path. - CBS News
Tropical Storm Bertha moves off Louisiana, heads for Texas. See forecast map and its path. CBS News
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Thursday, July 23: NHC's update on Tropical Storm Bertha - Rock Hill Herald
Thursday, July 23: NHC's update on Tropical Storm Bertha Rock Hill Herald